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Q&A: Abasiekeme Ukanireh of Éki Kéré reimagines sustainable fashion with raffia

Meet Abasiekeme Ukanireh, founder and creative director of Éki Kéré. The Nigerian brand was founded in 2020 to challenge, transform and redefine fashion stereotypes while embracing African heritage and traditions. Éki Kéré founder Abasiekeme Ukanireh Tell us about yourself and...

December 27, 2024

Q&A: Diana Cilliers give us a peek into the White Cube boutique world

Features

Q&A: Diana Cilliers give us a peek into the White Cube boutique world

A new boutique has opened in Muizenberg, Cape Town’s seaside suburb on False Bay. Curated by Diana Cilliers, the retail destination offers a selection of beautifully crafted, artisanal garments made by local craftspeople. We spoke to Diana for more details....

June 7, 2024

6 Textile certifications to look for when buying natural fibres in South Africa

Fashion The Hub

6 Textile certifications to look for when buying natural fibres in South Africa

Natural fibres are renewable and biodegradable, which makes them preferred textiles for a circular fashion industry. But, while natural fibres are inherently more sustainable, it does not always mean that the process of farming and processing them is ethical and...

July 5, 2022

14 Forest facts that will help you see the wood for the trees

Places

14 Forest facts that will help you see the wood for the trees

Trees play a vital role in keeping the planet and people well. They contribute to the air we breathe, provide shade and beauty, and are essential in keeping our biodiversity balanced. Very importantly, they store carbon, but a recent study...

October 3, 2020

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Q&A: Abasiekeme Ukanireh of Éki Kéré reimagines sustainable fashion with raffia

Q&A: Diana Cilliers give us a peek into the White Cube boutique world

6 Textile certifications to look for when buying natural fibres in South Africa

14 Forest facts that will help you see the wood for the trees

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