Black-Owned Businesses in Cape Town 2022
By Nicole Banister
From ice cream to coffee to swimsuits to wine, I’ve got your b(l)ack.
Cape Town is one of the most stunning cities on Earth. With beautiful mountains, beautiful beaches, and beautiful people, it’s easy to fall in love with South Africa’s Mother City.
Whether you live in Cape Town or you’re just visiting, use this list featuring my favorite Black‑owned businesses to be intentional about supporting local entrepreneurs. This is an updated version of my 2020 list featuring some of your classic favs and the new kids on the Mother City’s Black block.
It’s 2022, fam — and it’s about time we got Black to business!
Made In Africa Label
Clothing made for you to slay.
#mial
Photo courtesy of MIAL
One of Each
Beads and bags to style with your braids. #oneofeach
Photo courtesy of One of Each
Sunshine Food Co.
Vegan deliciousness proving green is the new Black. #sunshinefoodct
Photo by Sunshine Food Co.
iKhaya Lodge & Conference Centre
A gem in the heart of the city for all of your lodging and gathering needs. #ikhayalodge
Photo courtesy of iKhaya Lodge
Ukhamba Beerworx
A micro-brewery doing it macro for the culture. #ukhambabeerworx
Photo courtesy of Ukhamba Beerworx
Tapi Tapi
Goodbye, strawberry and chocolate… Hello, pap and plantains! This ice cream is inspired by the flora, fauna, and flavors of Africa. #tapitapi
Photo courtesy of Tapi Tapi
Masa Mara
Panafrican prints from your head to your manicured toes. #masamara
Photo courtesy of Masa Mara
Mapula Swim
Sexy beach and swimming gear for all shapes, sizes, and skin tones. #mapulaswim
Photo courtesy of Mapula Swim
Klein Goederust
Wine farmers who took Black the land. #kleingoederust
Photo courtesy of Klein Goederust