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Cape Town’s Destination for Contemporary African Gifts & Design

Welcome to AAFRICAA, a curated destination for contemporary African gifts, design-led souvenirs, and artisanal luxury in Cape Town.

With our flagship store located at the heart of the V&A Waterfront, AAFRICAA is a contemporary African lifestyle store offering clothing, jewellery, homeware, and one-of-a-kind collectible design. Loved by both locals and international visitors, it has become widely recognised as one of the best places to buy African gifts in Cape Town.

Curated Contemporary African Design

AAFRICAA showcases a carefully selected mix of Africa’s most exciting established and emerging designers. Every piece is chosen for its originality, craftsmanship, and cultural depth - offering a considered approach to Cape Town shopping at the V&A Waterfront.

Featured makers include Zizipho Poswa, of Imiso Ceramics, known for monumental ceramic works that reimagine tradition; Chuma Maweni, master of hand-coiled, sculptural tableware, luxury exotic skin bags by Cape Cobra; and handcrafted mohair pieces by Frances van Hasselt.

Alongside these names is an evolving collection of contemporary African fashion, jewellery, ceramics, and design objects. No two visits are ever the same.

Meaningful Gifts & Modern Souvenirs

AAFRICAA is a place to discover meaningful souvenirs from Cape Town - objects that move beyond the expected and into contemporary design. From wearable fashion to collectible ceramics and small design objects, every piece reflects a modern African aesthetic rooted in craftsmanship and story.

Meaningful Gifts & Modern Souvenirs

Designed for Every Visitor

Our collection spans R50 to R50,000+, ensuring something for every traveller:

Everyday gifts and souvenirs
Contemporary jewellery and accessories
Limited-run fashion and homeware
Collectible design and sculptural works

A Must-Visit at the V&A Waterfront

AAFRICAA is a key destination for those exploring things to buy in Cape Town, offering a curated alternative within the Waterfront’s shopping landscape. We have also been featured in the Louis Vuitton City Guide Cape Town, reinforcing our position as a leading stop for design-conscious travellers.

Discover AAFRICAA

For visitors seeking authentic African gifts in Cape Town, AAFRICAA offers a curated lens on contemporary African creativity - beautifully made, thoughtfully selected, and designed to travel home with you.