For the past few years, there has been a battle cry in our community to spend our dollars with Black owned businesses, as opposed to the usual suspects.
Well this year, we’re inviting you to take Black Friday a step further. We created a list of Black owned businesses from various parts of the African Diaspora that would welcome your support, no matter where you are on the globe.
Take a look at our selection of some of the best of what the international Black community has to offer.
Black Owned Businesses in the Diaspora
1. The Continent
- Kenya – TheMaasaiShop: Handcrafted beaded jewelry
- Ethiopia – ZAAF: Luxury apparel and leather accessories produced in Ethiopia.
- South Africa – M’hudi Wines: Family operated a wine farm located in the Cape Winelands.
- Ghana – Christie Brown: Show-stopping fashion and accessories for women.
2. The United Kingdom
- Ohema Ohene: African inspired fashion brand for Men and Women
- Lela Bag: An exciting new character brand offering adorable Backpacks & Tees for girls.
- Sheabutter Cottage: Award winning, fair trade natural skincare products.
3. Canada
- Bohten: An eco-friendly, luxury eyewear line.
- Style Me Ankara: An online retail store that sells handmade African inspired clothing for men and women.
- Earthtones Naturals: Premium natural hair and body products.
4. The Netherlands
- Nomi by Naomi: Surinamese owned Dutch-wax fashion line for men and women.
- Amsterdam Slavery Heritage Guide: Companion guide for the Black Heritage Amsterdam Tour, packed with amazing historical tidbits and research. A perfect book for your next European getaway to Amsterdam.
5. And last but not least, the good ole U.S. of Black A.
- I Love My Hair:A Coloring Book of Braids, Coils, and Doodle Dos by Andrea Pippins
- PruCheek: Funny greeting cards for all occasions
- Whoop Ash: Hilarious yet highly moisturizing body butter by Will Smith’s ex-wife, Shree Fletcher.
- Gentleman’s Quarters: Pre-order the forthcoming title from Vintage Black Glamour’s Nichelle Gainer
