The clothing sector of the fashion industry is not the only one seeing innovation and receiving applause. The shoemaking sector over the years has grown and improved in the refining of raw materials, creativity, storytelling, and above all in revenue. Gone were the days where Italy and some other European countries were the main sources of good shoes and fine leather products. Many countries on the continent are tapping into their gold mines of tanneries and other raw materials for making shoes and other fashion accessories while putting aims to keep a work environment that meets high standards good salaries and ethical working conditions. South Africa, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria being the countries churning out great footwear designs and leading the competition in the continent. Here is a list of some African brands spearheading the revolution of the shoemaking industry on the continent.
- Horseman Shoes (Ghana)
- Maison Elie Kuame (Ivoty Coast)
- Maliko (Nigeria)
- Shoes by Vidal (Cameroon)
- Bathu (South Africa)
- Kkira Feet (Uganda)
- Shekudo (Nigeria)
- Loza Maleombho (Ivory Coast)
- Heel to the World (Ghana)
- Enda Sportswear
- Kkerele (Nigeria)
