African image is a business situated in the
CBD of cape town, corner burg and church
streets. it was established in 1990 and has
been operating successfully for the past 16
years.
I've been involved in the
business since 1997. african image is a
business of retail operation selling
predominantly african artefacts and craft
work. it has been significant in
establishing the commercial sustainability
of craft in cape town and other african
rural areas, having been one of the first
business to support and assist in developing
product appealing to an international
market.
Strategic Focus
- Operate a financially sound and
successful business
- continue to develop african image as
a brand
- support and develop community craft
projects
- provide a plateform for young
upcoming crafters to exhibit
- develop and expose SA craft by
providing a sustainable market both
locally and internatinoally
- provide an educational reference
centre for students of african cultural
studies.
- promote environmental awareness in
recycling of goods into usable items.
- provide a tourist attraction in the
CBD.
- continue to develop the niche market
for original african artefacts.