In South Africa, hair has always been more than hair. It carries memory, heritage, and an unspoken language of identity. For some, it’s the rhythm of cornrows on a Sunday afternoon. For others, it’s the quiet resistance of an afro worn unapologetically in a world that once demanded conformity. For Akhona Kom, it’s the 23-year journey of locs that have grown with her, shaped her sense of self, and inspired a movement rooted in pride.
Whether she’s doing her own hair during a Sunday reset, posting online content that keeps her community entertained and inspired, or creating beautiful Netflix shows, Wendy Gumede is as grounded as she is glowing. In a warm and honest conversation, she opens up about hair care, career evolution, and what it truly means to celebrate yourself — messy buns, braids, ambitions, and all.
Long before he became a familiar face on the world’s most prestigious runways, Rodney Osei was a shy, slightly goofy boy growing up in Ghana. Modelling was never a childhood ambition—it wasn’t a dream he chased, but one that unfolded around him, as though he were living it in real time. That rare, unforced journey of self-discovery is exactly what distinguishes Rodney today, giving his presence on the runway a depth that extends far beyond fashion.
“Regaining my voice has been the most empowering part of my story.”
Many people think children are too young to truly feel the pain of losing someone they love, but actress Lethabo Mekoa knows that heartbreak can arrive early and settle deep.
Molebogeng Mmakola is living proof that passion, purpose, and pretty things can coexist beautifully. As a content creator and student, she has carved out her own space in the beauty world — one lipstick swatch and skincare haul at a time. What began as a simple love for makeup has blossomed into a platform where she connects, creates, and shares with authenticity.
There’s something magnetic about Selasi Bernard Afadi, a quiet strength wrapped in runway poise. Hailing from the small town of Klikor in Ghana’s Volta Region, Selasi’s journey into high fashion wasn’t born out of childhood dreams or glossy magazine fantasies. In fact, fashion never crossed his mind. But fate had other plans.
After heartbreak, loss, and reinvention, the singer and reality star finds her rhythm again—this time, stronger, softer, and fully in her power.
Londie London has been through a lot—public heartbreak, humiliations, being judged, and having to start over more than once. But instead of letting those moments break her, they built her up. Each challenge made her stronger and more certain of who she is becoming.
Although Ghanaian afro-fusion singer Gyakie grew up immersed in music, with a musician father – highlife legend Nana Acheampong – who often took her to the studio, pursuing a career in the arts never captivated her.
Whether she’s managing productions, styling edgy fits for her feed, or brainstorming the next big thing in local film, Asisipho Cwele, better known as Asii, is a multi-hyphenate creative with her eye on the bigger picture. As the founder and CEO of Force Productions, she’s bringing stories to life across film and animation, while also working behind the scenes on other filmmakers’ projects. But that’s only one side of her hustle.
She’s faced doubt, pressure, and rejection—but Zee Nxumalo never stopped believing in her voice.
Now, the world is listening.
Zee Nxumalo’s dream of entertaining the world has blossomed into a life far beyond what she could have imagined—one filled with exciting milestones, unexpected opportunities, and a rising wave of success that continues to lift her higher. One of her proudest achievements so far is being the most nominated artist at this year’s Basadi in Music Awards, with four nominations to her name. It’s a milestone she once saw as a distant dream, something she quietly wished for but never fully believed could happen. Now, she’s watching it unfold in real-time as she steadily carves out her space in the industry.