5 Kasi-Owned Brands Making Waves in Joburg
5 Kasi-Owned Brands Making Waves in Joburg By Noko Maleka | Insight Jozi News In a world where big brands dominate billboards and shopping malls, kasi-owned businesses are proving that true style and success start from the streets. Johannesburg is buzzing with homegrown entrepreneurs redefining fashion, lifestyle, and culture — straight from the hood. Here are five rising black-owned brands from Joburg’s townships that are not just surviving — they’re setting trends and turning heads. 1. Urban Zulu (Yeoville to the World) Founded by Papy Kaluw , Urban Zulu blends African aesthetics with modern streetwear. From Yeoville to Paris Fashion Week, this brand proudly says, “Local is luxurious.” Celebs like Zahara and DJ Sbu have worn Urban Zulu on red carpets and runways. 2. Tshepo Jeans (From Maboneng to Royalty) Tshepo Mohlala turned denim dreams into reality with Tshepo Jeans — a proudly South African denim label loved for its fit, quality, and local touch. Even Meghan Mark...