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Melanin Cosmetics is a company founded on the idea that we are all unique and that we should all feel beautiful in the skin we are in. That beauty is what we ourselves define it to be, uninfluenced, untainted, and untouched. This brand aims to provide African men and women with skin care and beauty products that affirm this. Products that are specifically engineered to suit their skin type and preferences, enhancing the very beauty nature has adorned them with. As Melanin Cosmetics we believe that everyone has a story and that most of us can relate to those stories. This is why we have Ambassadors that each have a story to tell about how they came to love themselves regardless of the pressures imposed by society. They will come with us on this journey towards promoting self-love and creating communities that empower men and women to love their skin.
House of HAM is an Independent Team of Creatives based in Johannesburg, South Africa, comprising of Producers and Designers who have come together to introduce the world to the different sounds they experiment with out of Studio. The name "House of Ham" directly translates to "Sons of Ham" which is taken from the Biblical reference of "Abraham".
Vusi Mbulali is a South African born, paint artist who specializes in portrait painting. His most recent work includes painting South African heroes like the late Nelson Mandela, Oliver Tambo and Steve Biko (you can find a number of his art pieces at the Steve Biko Foundation). Discovered at 12 years old, Mbulali uses abstract art techniques to express a unique interpretation of the iconic faces he paints. He is also highly sought after for both family and individual portraits. His professional career spans well over 10 years painting experience and his clientele includes both private individuals and public figures.
Bokang is a stellar illustration of aligning passion with purpose. With a heart for developing people, one easily connects and can relate to him. Humble beginnings were never a deterrent in his journey to all he’s achieving and his life is testament to this. By the age of thirty, Bokang had already achieved notable accolades within both an academic and professional capacity. While drawing inspiration from many such as himself; he has managed to craft himself while maintaining his uniqueness. Although he was making a positive contribution and impacting many within the corporate space and industry; a desire to do more resonated within Bokang.
With the high unemployment rate in S.A, we are trying to create an employment base that helps to upskill and promote critical development via the ELSIE MASHININI skills development foundation, an NPO founded by The Firm. This is my way to serve my beloved country by helping solve the problems it has, such as unemployment, lack of technical skills, lack of access to resources and nurturing talent" - Sifiso Fakude Our vision is too make architecture and construction cool and appealing to the youth of South Africa. With the high unemployment rate in S.A we are trying to create employment and promote skills development via the ELSIE MASHININI (Grand Mother of our Founder and CEO) skills development foundation a NPO founded by Sifiso Fakude.
