Commissions, Projects and Stories
At The Herd, we are dedicated to reimagining and revitalising African craft and design through collaborative projects, commissions, and research-driven initiatives. Our work spans cultural preservation, contemporary innovation, and community empowerment, blending Indigenous Knowledge Systems with modern design methodologies. We engage in projects that foster cultural storytelling, sustainable craftsmanship, and creative education.
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Milasande Craft & Design Academy Pilot
At The Herd, our mission has always been deeply rooted in social development through the transformative power of African and contemporary craft, design, Indigenous knowledge, and the preservation of cultural...
Milasande Craft & Design Academy Pilot
At The Herd, our mission has always been deeply rooted in social development through the transformative power of African and contemporary craft, design, Indigenous knowledge, and the preservation of cultural...
Milasande Basket Weaving Retreat
Before we dive into the story of the basket weaving retreat, it’s important to share some background on Milasande Org—who we are, what we stand for, and why this work...
Milasande Basket Weaving Retreat
Before we dive into the story of the basket weaving retreat, it’s important to share some background on Milasande Org—who we are, what we stand for, and why this work...
18th Venice Architecture Biennale 2023
In 2023, we were honored to receive a gracious invitation from Kate Otten and her talented team at Kate Otten Architects to collaborate on a piece titled 'threads' for the...
18th Venice Architecture Biennale 2023
In 2023, we were honored to receive a gracious invitation from Kate Otten and her talented team at Kate Otten Architects to collaborate on a piece titled 'threads' for the...
BEADS & BEATS
A few Saturdays ago, we hosted our first Beads & Beats at the David Krut Bookstore—a captivating, hands-on workshop that immersed participants in the ancient art of Zulu love letter-making....
BEADS & BEATS
A few Saturdays ago, we hosted our first Beads & Beats at the David Krut Bookstore—a captivating, hands-on workshop that immersed participants in the ancient art of Zulu love letter-making....
BIRTH VALUES PLACE
As a continuation of our traditional Zulu love letters series, this drop is a collaboration between The Herd and Guiyani. It was inspired by Guiyani's personal journey of birth, values...
BIRTH VALUES PLACE
As a continuation of our traditional Zulu love letters series, this drop is a collaboration between The Herd and Guiyani. It was inspired by Guiyani's personal journey of birth, values...
HOMECOMING - THE COLLECTION
We recently collaborated with @theurbanative in a beautiful campaign called the #homecomingthecollection. A collection created during lockdown, which reflects on what ‘home’ means to different people across the continent. It...
HOMECOMING - THE COLLECTION
We recently collaborated with @theurbanative in a beautiful campaign called the #homecomingthecollection. A collection created during lockdown, which reflects on what ‘home’ means to different people across the continent. It...
How to Collaborate
We welcome partnerships with cultural institutions, brands, designers, and organisations that share our vision of creative repair, cultural restoration, and innovative craftsmanship. Whether through commissioned work, residencies, or collaborative projects, we are committed to pushing the boundaries of African design and heritage.