Tsonga Franschhoek
Welcome to Tsonga.Tsonga footwear, handbags and accessories have become renowned for comfort and quality with a unique European infused and African inspired style.Using the worlds finest leather to compliment the soft touch that goes with the hand crafted promise found in every Tsonga creation, each pair of our individually hand-stitched shoes will feel light on your feet, they will flex with your stride, be strong enough to take you on many a journey and will mould to your feet with the comfort and support that will make it hard to wear anything else.We want to share our leather bound story with you. From our passion for design creativity, to our rich African heritage, to the people who transform 100% soft, genuine leather into the finest collection of footwear, handbags and accessories for you to enjoy.Today, in the heart of the kingdom of the Zulu in South Africa, there are inspiring stories of success to be told. Transformed from an old abandoned school building, The Thread of Hope farm became the training centre where many from the local rural community were given the opportunity to learn skills in the manufacture of leather footwear. For many years, it was a place where women gathered and conversation flowed to the rhythm of the work. Peter Marees long-term vision of creating empowerment, of change through business and not hand-outs, has been embraced by Alpheus, who through a mentorship programme under Peters wing, has been entrusted to carry on the hand-stitching legacy of our footwear. He has become a role model for many, fondly called Ubuntu by those around him. With the hand-stitched promise of our footwear taken care of by Alpheus and in the skilled hands of the community, the Thread of Hope farm is now home to a new level of skills development. We invite you to visit and witness the transformation of some of the worlds finest leathers into a collection of handbags and accessories worthy of the shelves of the finest boutiques. With the distinguished smell of leather in the air, the warm community hospitality and the irresistable charm of our Italian designer and his protege, you may be forgiven for one or two indulgences at the home of our very first Tsonga store.
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