IN CONVERSATION WITH Gcina Lwandle AND Muhle Matthew

Loading player...
South Africa’s fashion scene is set for an exciting cultural
takeover as Style by Empress Express hosts a dynamic
three-day fashion expo from 16–18 April 2026 in
collaboration with MaLwandle’s House. Led by Rhema
Owodunni, Founder and Creative Director of the proudly
Nigerian Afro-centric brand with successful outlets in Lagos
and Abuja, the event promises a vibrant showcase of

African style, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Joining the
experience is South African ready-to-wear label
MaLwandle’s House, founded by Gcina Lwandle and co-
founder Muhle Matthew, known for celebrating emerging
and established designers while creating accessible retail
opportunities for local talent. This expo will unite fashion
lovers, designers, and industry leaders for three
unforgettable days of innovation, networking, and African
excellence.
16 Apr English South Africa Entertainment News · Music Interviews

Other recent episodes

IN CONVERSATION WITH Craig Coleman

At just 27 years old, Johannesburg-born Craig Coleman is making his mark as one of South Africa’s most exciting house music talents. As a DJ and producer, he has built a distinctive sound that blends the infectious grooves of tech house with the hard-hitting energy of bass house, creating electrifying…
26 Jun 13 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Ponahalo Mojapelo

Ponahalo Mojapelo is a multi-award-winning style icon, supermodel, DJ, and cultural tastemaker whose influence spans fashion, music, beauty, and digital culture. Recognised as one of South Africa’s most distinctive creative voices, she has built an impressive career defined by authenticity, innovation, and fearless self-expression. From gracing the cover of Dazed…
25 Jun 12 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Marcus Mabusela

Marcus Mabusela is a South African actor and producer whose dynamic presence both in front of and behind the camera has positioned him as one of the industry’s versatile creative talents. Known for his work in Office Invasion (2022), Shadow (2019), and Real Estate Sisters, Mabusela has built a reputation…
25 Jun 4 min

IN CONVERSATION WITH Samukelisiwe Mfuphi

Samukelisiwe Mfuphi, National Coordinator at the Academic and Non-Fiction Authors’ Association of South Africa (ANFASA), is a cultural development practitioner dedicated to advancing women in the arts and strengthening South Africa’s literary ecosystem. With experience spanning community media, festival programming, and national policy development, she has played a key role…
9 Jun 11 min