Umphetho we-Africa
Umphetho we-Africa

ZyleAfrica Group · Zyleclothing

Crafting Fabrics. Empowering Communities. Celebrating Culture.

A storytelling parent brand uniting luxury textile creation, skills development, global retail hubs, and curated cultural events.

Our philosophy

Every thread carries a story.

We tell stories through woven textiles, cultural heritage and nature-inspired design — from the loom to the runway, the classroom and the stage.

About us

Four divisions

One mother company.

01

Textiles & Manufacturing

Zyleclothing

Premium storytelling brand weaving and crafting fabrics inspired by culture and nature. Features an in-house fabric manufacturing facility, custom designs, and a Cut, Make & Trim (CMT) studio serving both internal production and external client brands.

02

Hem of Africa — Mentorship

Umphetho we-Africa

Mentorship and skills development initiative focusing on community empowerment, capacity building, and funding application support.

03

Global Retail

ZyleAfrica Retail Hubs

Global management hub overseeing retail partners, physical storefronts, and online ZyleHubs worldwide.

04

Events

The Icon Celebrations & ZAG Events

Specialised events management arm managing event partnerships and hosting local and international cultural showcases.

What we offer

All services