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  • Unlearn Africa, under the guidance of Sibusiso Brian Mokhachane, creates beautiful and functional backpacks using Sotho blankets Pro-account
    Sibusiso Brian Mokhachane
    Accessory Designer / Social Entrepreneur
    Unlearn Africa, under the guidance of Sibusiso Brian Mokhachane, creates beautiful and functional backpacks using Sotho blankets.
    Soweto, South Africa
  • Kent Lingeveldt Pro-account
    Kent Lingeveldt
    Product Designer
    Cape Town-based skate legend Kent Lingeveldt makes custom decks from a workshop in Woodstock.
    Cape Town, South Africa
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    Thaakierah Abdul
    Graphic Designer
    This graphic designer has a playful approach to breaking design principles and having fun with every colour in the crayon box.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Monique van Zyl Pro-account
    Monique Vee
    Furniture Designer
    Monique Vee is the founder of a contemporary interior and spatial design studio based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Suzanne Naudé Pro-account
    Suzanne Naudé
    Ceramicist
    This artist combines modern illustrations with the ancient craft of ceramics.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Nkuli Mlangeni Pro-account
    Nkuli Mlangeni
    Textile Designer
    Nkuli Mlangeni is a textile designer and fashion rebel.
    East London, South Africa
  • Siba Mtongana Pro-account
    Siba Mtongana
    Chef
    Siba Mtongana is a South African celebrity chef and food writer.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Nakhane Touré Pro-account
    Nakhane Touré
    Musician
    Nakhane Touré is a musician, author and actor based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
    Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Pro-account
    Kyle Shepherd
    Musician
    At only 28 years old, Kyle Shepherd is one of South Africa's most progressive pianists and composers and has won many impressive music awards.
    Cape Town, South Africa
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    Imile Wepener
    Illustrator
    A young illustrator with a passion for blurring the line between visual communication and drawing.
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Sifiso Kunene Pro-account
    Sifiso Kunene
    Fashion Designer
    This entrepreneur believes individuality can be affirmed by owning one of his unique pieces of clothing.
    Durban, South Africa
  • Inga Gubeka Pro-account
    Inga Gubeka
    Entrepreneur / Product Designer
    Inga Gubeka is a 20-something entrepreneur who is making his mark on the South African design and décor scene.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Alinah Seloane Missouri Pro-account
    Alinah Seloane Missouri
    Fashion Curator
    Alinah Seloane Missouri is an influential force in the SA fashion scene.
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Titus Khoza Pro-account
    Titus Khoza
    Fashion Designer
    Titus Khoza is a young footwear designer who merges fine art with business marketing.
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Fatima Mohammed Bham Pro-account
    Fatima Mohammed Bham
    Graphic Designer
    A graphic designer with an acute sense of composition and visual balance.
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Nkateko Odysseus Shirindza is the clever set of hands behind the eclectic and Africanesque fashion label Arnreuby. Pro-account
    Nkateko Odysseus Shirindza
    Fashion Designer
    Nkateko Odysseus Shirindza is the clever set of hands behind the eclectic and Africanesque fashion label Arnreuby.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Siyanda Mazibuko: PATE Arts and Crafts Pro-account
    Siyanda Mazibuko
    Furniture Designer
    Siyanda Mazibuko on his work: "I've got a crazy passion for making things from wood." We think that just about says it all.
    South Africa
  • Kevin Kimwelle Pro-account
    Kevin Kimwelle
    Architect
    Kevin Kimwelle is an architect who works to bring together sustainability and ethical design in his projects.
    Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Nicole Smith Pro-account
    Nicole Smith
    Fashion Designer
    A determined fashionista looking to carve her own way through the fashion design industry.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Nuraan Khan Pro-account
    Nuraan Khan
    Architecture / Digital Artist
    South African-born Nuraan Khan is currently pursuing her third year in interior design at Greenside Design Centre
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Pro-account
    Tshepo Sealetsa
    Interior Designer
    This young designer aims to take the interior design and architecture world by storm.
    Pretoria, South Africa
  • Pro-account
    Leah Bessa
    Food Designer
    Leah Bessa incorporates insects into delicious foods.
    Cape Town, South Africa
  • Beryl Dingemans takes her inspiration from Africa in the 1970’s – eclectic, vibrant and luxurious in a uniquely Afrocentric way Pro-account
    Beryl Dingemans
    Jewellery Designer
    Beryl Dingemans takes her inspiration from Africa in the 1970s – eclectic, vibrant and luxurious in a uniquely Afrocentric way.
    South Africa, Netherlands
  • Roger Ballen Pro-account
    Roger Ballen
    Photographer
    Roger Ballen is a renowned International photographer based in South Africa.
    Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Unlearn Africa, under the guidance of Sibusiso Brian Mokhachane, creates beautiful and functional backpacks using Sotho blankets Pro-account
    Sibusiso Brian Mokhachane
    Accessory Designer / Social Entrepreneur
    Unlearn Africa, under the guidance of Sibusiso Brian Mokhachane, creates beautiful and functional backpacks using Sotho blankets.
    Soweto, South Africa
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