Unlocking the African Design Economy
KISUA aims to provide a sustainable platform for African craftsmen and designers to access the international market. We fund designer collaborations through the KISUA Designer Fund, and provide financial support to African designers by paying a portion of every sale from collaborative collections directly to the designer.
We have established large scale manufacturing capabilities and overcome infrastructural hurdles to ensure the seamless delivery of African fashion to the world. With development, production and distribution taken care of by KISUA, the quality of every garment is guaranteed. The majority of our sourcing and production takes place in Africa.
Fashion That Cares
We are passionate about doing business in an ethical and responsible way.
Our Commitment
Strict sourcing standards
We predominantly source fabrics from African suppliers, and always ensure that these partners are financially rewarded in a fair and honest way.
Our Standards
Above standard working conditions
We insist that KISUA goods are produced in pleasant working environments, adhering to decent labour standards and health and safety conditions.
Our Impact
Local manufacturing
We pay special attention to our social impact by nurturing local businesses and supporting local communities.
Our People
Empowering women
KISUA works hard at creating economic opportunities for women. From our supply chain, to the designers we collaborate with, to our valued employees, we are inspired by the strength and spirit of African women. This shines through in our garments. We make women look and feel beautiful.
A Proudly African Team
Following extensive travel across Africa, KISUA's Ghanaian Founder Sam Mensah Jr, previously Intel Capital Africa Director and Deutsche Bank analyst, believed Africa could offer the world a fresh perspective on style. He had a vision for an international ecommerce platform that would take African fashion to global customers and create opportunities for African designers.
KISUA's advisory board includes renowned Savile Row tailor Ozwald Boateng and former CEO of textile company Vlisco, Joop van der Meij.
The KISUA team has experience in fashion design and production, ecommerce and global logistics.
KISUA
/ ki · su · a /
“To dress beautifully; to adorn with elegance and intention.”
In Swahili, kisua speaks to the art of dressing — not merely as an act of covering the body, but as a declaration of identity, heritage, and pride. It is the language of cloth made personal.
Origin: Swahili — East & Central Africa
KISUA celebrates all that is Africa.