Ubuhle Beads

Awarded in the African Excellence Awards 2026.

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About Ubuhle Beads

Best Indigenous Textile & Beadwork Art Collective 2026

A exquisite new new art form, evolved from traditional Xhosa beading, recognised internationally by contemporary Museums. The women of Ubuhle have received international recognition for their use of the skill of beading to create exquisite contemporary art. This art form the Ndwango is used as a form of communication transcending language and cultural boundaries as the audience are enraptured by the dynamic & inspiring story of Ubuhle: Beautiful Beads