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Bros On The Road
Handcrafted beaded lifestyle productsmade with heart and heritage by talented Zimbabwean artists.
About Bros On The Road
Bro’s on the Road is a not-for-profit initiative based in Cape Town, South Africa, dedicated to empowering Zimbabwean refugee artisans through the art of beadwork. Born out of the hardships of the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020, the project began when Marguerite Mavros Macdonald raised funds via Instagram to support 47 families of street vendors, beggars, and artisans who had lost their means of livelihood.
As the world began to recover, Marguerite shifted her focus to creating sustainable opportunities for these talented artisans. Combining her prolific design expertise with their extraordinary craftsmanship, she began designing unique beadwork products that the artisans skillfully brought to life. The result is a collection of bespoke, functional, and whimsical pieces of art, showcasing both contemporary creativity and traditional African beadwork techniques.
Beads were first made in Africa from organic materials – like bone, shells and seeds – many thousands of years ago. In more recent times, imported glass beads dating back to the mid-11th century have been found in present-day South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Werner du Toit, MUD Studio
About Bros On The Road
Bro’s on the Road is more than a brand—it is a movement that provides dignity, stability, and artistic expression to Zimbabwean bead artists. Every purchase directly supports their livelihoods, making a meaningful difference in their lives while celebrating the beauty of handcrafted design.
Featured collection
Bros On The Road
Featured collection
Luxury Wall Mirrors
