Queen oF Sheba connects Ethiopian gemstones with European design through ethical sourcing, local craftsmanship and global collaboration
Queen of Sheba connects Ethiopia’s finest gemstones with European creativity, adding value locally through ethical sourcing and local polishing. We empower artisans, support young designers, and build a sustainable bridge between Africa and Europe—where every stone tells a story.
Queen of Sheba is more than a jewelry project—it’s a movement to bring dignity and value back to the source.
By polishing gemstones in Ethiopia and partnering with European designers, we create jobs, promote fair trade, and keep wealth where it’s earned. This effort matters because it breaks the cycle of raw exports and builds a future where African craftsmanship is recognized and rewarded globally.
description of an effort and why it matters
Queen of Sheba is an initiative to add value to Ethiopian gemstones locally, empowering artisans and connecting them with European designers.
This matters because it shifts wealth creation to the source, supports ethical trade, and builds a bridge between African resources and global markets—ensuring that those who mine and craft are also those who benefit.
Queen of Sheba empowers Ethiopian artisans by transforming raw gemstones locally, creating fair jobs, and connecting Africa’s beauty with Europe’s design — because value should stay where it’s created.
Queen of Sheba is an effort to process and showcase Ethiopian gemstones locally, creating jobs, empowering artisans, and ensuring that the true value of these natural resources stays within the country.
It matters because it challenges the extractive model of raw exports and builds a fairer, more sustainable future for Ethiopian communities.
Contact adefalbaire@gmail.com to get more information on the project