African Shoe Brands You Can Buy Online: Mami Wata and Maasai Treads
African Shoe Brands You Can Buy Online: Mami Wata and Maasai Treads
African shoe brands Mami Wata and Maasai Treads produce stylish, sustainable footwear from athletic and casual shoes to sandals and work wear and sell them online for global shoppers.
Mami Wata Shoes — African-Inspired Surf and Streetwear
Mami Wata Shoes, founded in 2018 as a division of Vans, blend African-inspired colors, textures, and patterns with surf and streetwear style. The name comes from Mami Wata, a water spirit in African and Afro-Caribbean mythology meaning “Mother Water” in Yoruba.
Known for sustainable design, Mami Wata uses Better Cotton Initiative cotton and eco-friendly packaging. Its shoes are sold online via Mami Wata Surf and on Vans’ global website. The company donates a portion of profits to ocean conservation and promotes creativity as a force for good in Africa.
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Maasai Treads — Sustainable Sandals Handcrafted in Kenya
Maasai Treads, founded in 2005 in Kenya, upcycles car tyres, denim, hemp, and leather to create durable handmade sandals. Each pair features traditional Maasai beadwork, preserving cultural artistry while creating fair-wage jobs.
The brand reinvests profits into Maasai community projects, including education, wildlife conservation, and artisan training. Maasai Treads has been featured by CNN, BBC, and Forbes for its innovation and sustainable impact.
African shoe brands like Mami Wata and Maasai Treads combine style, sustainability, and cultural heritage — and you can support them by shopping online.
