South Africa’s fashion entrepreneurs are navigating unprecedented challenges, from rolling power outages to supply chain disruptions. Despite these obstacles, businesses like Cape Cobra, led by Justine Schafer, and prominent designers such as Lukhanyo Mdingi are finding innovative ways to thrive.

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