Hides of Africa

Hides of Africa is a Durban based African arts and crafts centre that prides themselves in sourcing and trading in high quality African crafts. This African craft shop is located in Umhlanga Rocks in the Protea Mall, a central location in a lively and busy area of Durban – the ideal location to further publicise the beauty that is inherent in South Africa. Hides of Africa specialise in stocking quality animal hide products that are made from uniquely South African or African animals such as Impala, Kudu and Zebra. These hides are as distinct and exceptional as South Africa itself, and the African arts and crafts made from them are crafted by experienced traditional Zulu craftsmen, adding further dimension to the authenticity of each item.

The process involved in obtaining the hides and textiles for Hides of Africa is a completely legitimate course of action that involves acceptable and legal culling exercises carried out by qualified wildlife staff and conservation experts. A vast array of animal hide products are produced from these hides, including but not limited to: bags and accessories; shields; decor items such as cushions or blankets; and various other African arts and crafts. Hides of Africa has something to suit every artistic palate, with the collection spanning to include ceramics, carvings and other pieces of art.

Hides of Africa offers their high quality African crafts to the public at extremely competitive prices. These exceptional African arts and crafts can be shipped to any destination in the world via South African postal service or designated couriers, making the beauty of Africa completely within reach for anyone, anywhere.

Hides of Africa have shops throughout KwaZulu Natal:-

Howick location - Shop 5, HOWICK FALLS HOTEL

Thokozisa location - Shop 18 Gourten Cnr, along the R600, CHAMPAGNE VALLEY