Zinge Afrika is a premium brand of handcrafted clothing and accessories inspired by various African tribes, textiles and cultural elements from many parts of our great continent. ‘Zinge’ is a Zulu word that means ‘about’. The brand is based on an ethical and sustainable business model, with the ultimate goal of cutting waste and reducing carbon footprint.

Our clothing and accessories are beautifully crafted and customized to showcase personal style. We exceed our customer expectation by offering high quality product at reasonable prices with a quick turnaround time.

The owner , Cathy, who is a wife and  mother of three children is dedicated and very  passionate with  many years of experience in craftsmanship. ‘I am a woman breed by fashion. Fashion has not only empowered me to be a strong woman I am today, but it is something that drives me to excel. I love to help people bring out their personality in their outfits. I understand how frustrating it is to  go through shopping malls trying to find something that fits, that’s why Zinge Afrika is there to provide convenience for those customers who appreciate bespoke clothing and save them shopping time’.

Clothing and accessories

Our popular printed cotton fabric comes in vibrant and bold prints, is colour fast, light and durable. From this printed fabric we make a range of beautiful clothing and accessories that comes in different patterns, designs, and prints. The designs are not only appealing but also express the African fashion spirit in varied patterns and hues. We also have our kikoy combo, this is a rectangular piece of cloth, 100% cotton which we sew in towel to make it the perfect beach companion. It comes with many bright colours and has a cool feel.

Jewelry

Our jewelry is hand crafted by highly skilled, dedicated artisans. Traditional craftsmanship is infused into all our products and every item in our collection echoes the love and skill of the hands that made it. Using techniques handed down through the generations, our jewelry not only look great but also tell a story of lives changed through safe, sustainable employment and training.

Bags

Our eco bags come in various designs. Those that are hand woven using sisal. They are sophisticated and fun blend of African craftsmanship and European design.  It will help you keep your home organized, also for shopping, can be used in place of flower vase and is also a fabulous companion at the beach or out and about town. We also have bags made from 100% jute which is biodegradable. This comes in different shapes and sizes. We have rag sacks, shopping and beach bags which are made from our offcuts. They are all easy to maintain, durable and versatile.

Sandals

Our unique eco sandals are made from pure leather and decorated with colourful beads. What really makes our eco sandals stand out from others is the level of craftsmanship, high quality of leather used and also the fact that they are handmade and customized to suit the customer taste.