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In this powerful interview, South African designer Hlumelo Nyaluza opens up about the dream that foretold his mother’s passing and how that life-altering moment led him on a spiritual journey—one that ultimately inspired his luxury handbag label, HN.Hailed as Africa’s answer to Hermès, Nyaluza’s brand blends ancient Xhosa traditions with modern design to create custom, ultra-premium handbags rooted in purpose, identity, and empowerment.🎙️ Hosted by Mibengé Nsenduluka on The Back Cover Podcast, this conversation explores:How Hlumelo turned grief into greatnessHis sacred journey through Xhosa initiation schoolThe deeper meaning behind each bagWhy African excellence deserves a global stage
In this powerful interview, South African designer Hlumelo Nyaluza opens up about the dream that foretold his mother’s passing and how that life-altering moment led him on a spiritual journey—one that ultimately inspired his luxury handbag label, HN.Hailed as Africa’s answer to Hermès, Nyaluza’s brand blends ancient Xhosa traditions with modern design to create custom, ultra-premium handbags rooted in purpose, identity, and empowerment.🎙️ Hosted by Mibengé Nsenduluka on The Back Cover Podcast, this conversation explores:How Hlumelo turned grief into greatnessHis sacred journey through Xhosa initiation schoolThe deeper meaning behind each bagWhy African excellence deserves a global stage