Promoting self-love is child's play, thanks to these African doll makers

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Promoting self-love is child's play, thanks to these African doll makers
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The toys in Caroline Hlahla and Khulile Vilakazi-Ofosu's Sibahle Collection celebrate the beauty of diversity

Khulile Vilakazi-Ofosu, left, and Caroline Hlahla with some of the diverse dolls in their Sibahle Collection.This Women's Month, we’re shining the spotlight on some of the SA women who are stars in their field of work and areas of influence. Today’s inspirational"Women of Wonder" are entrepreneurs Caroline Hlahla and Khulile Vilakazi-Ofosu.

Nobuntu Morake, who has the skin condition vitiligo, with 'Ndanaka', a doll in the Sibahle Collection.The Sibahle Collection also includes dolls designed to reflect the realities of the Rainbow Nation. For instance, there's"Ndanaka", who has vitiligo, a condition where the loss of pigment causes discoloured patches on the skin, and"Zuri", who has albinism.

“Representation for children is very important. It informs their outlook on life and their self-esteem,” said Vilakazi-Ofosu.MORE 'WOMEN OF WONDER':

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