Small businesses collaborate at Kwande Festival
The KZN Kwande Festival is a creative business week initiative that uses collaboration, inclusion and knowledge sharing for people in the creative and technology industries in KwaZulu-Natal. We shine a spotlight on two unique businesses that took part this year.
THE Kwande Festival, brought to Durban by KUMISA, which took place from March 14 to 16, brought creatives and small business owners together to showcase their products and exchange knowledge and skills with each other. The Kwande Festival provided a platform for these individuals to market their businesses and be part of conversations with seasoned panellists from various spheres of government, private entities and other creatives who are making waves in the industry.
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One of the small businesses showcasing was Amazizi Leatherworks, owned by Jabu Dlamini-Mbambo, which creates custom-made leather goods, such as belts, bags, shoes, wallets and home decor products. Dlamini-Mbambo started her business during the Covid-19 lockdown and has since become a self-taught leather artist and business owner. She uses genuine leather sourced locally and hopes to see her business become an internationally recognised brand known for its quality and authenticity.
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Another business that stood out was Zendalo Bespoke Beadwork, owned by Nokulunga Zulu, which creates beaded pieces and accessories in various patterns and designs. Zulu aims to create patterns and designs that cater to various tastes and cultures to promote inclusivity. Her high-quality handcrafted products are something she hopes to see worn by people far and wide.
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