I’ve participated in various brand collaborations and media partnerships over the years that speak to the power of women and opportunities in spaces where we live and work. It’s important to share skills and knowledge with peers and those younger and so I’ve spoken at various events about career and self-growth, and also tried to showcase how you can turn your various passions and curiosities into side-hustles or a full-time career. This a key driver for this studio - women empowerment.
CAMPAIGNS
land rover
Never Stop Discovering
2021
“Cruising the off-road dirt tracks in the comfortable and spacious Land Rover Discovery SUV, Zanele and Zodwa have planned a fun-filled escape allowing them to unplug and reconnect with each other surrounded by some of the best nature experiences Mzansi has to offer.”
ARC
The New Beauty Conversation
2021
'Beauty is more a feeling than physical appearance' Entrepreneur Zanele Kumalo joins the call to kickstart a new kind of beauty conversation.
country road
Country Road Summer
2019
“Our style squad seen in the latest @countryroad collection.”
bernini
A Seat at the Table
2019
“The new W24 video series, A Seat At the Table, is a ten-part series comprised of three different women from three different generations discussing their opinions about various topics around a table. Hosted by W24 editor Zanele Kumalo, each episode of this series focuses and unpacks a unique theme that women across the board can relate to. This post is sponsored by Bernini produced by BrandStudio24 for W24.”
Bobbi brown
Pretty Powerful
2014
“Bobbi Brown cosmetics presents The Pretty Powerful Campaign for Women & Girls, now in its second year. The global initiative aims to support programmes that empower and educate women and girls in developing countries through the sale of a limited edition mascara.”
spree now superbalist
Feel Free SA
2016
“Influencers from fashion to music share what makes them feel free in a campaign launched by Spree.
Fashion is one expressive industry that charges current topics and movements, basically showcasing what moves society at that time. And for Freedom Day 27 April, Spree.co.za, renowned for supporting local fashion, has launched a campaign around this day. The #FeelFreeSA campaign brings together influencers from fashion right through to music and has them sharing what their element of freedom is, or what freedom basically means to them. The chosen partakers are designer Chu Suwannapah, editor of Grazia Zanele Kumalo, Jackie Burger of Salon 58, Kelly Fung fashion editor for Marie Claire, Siya Beyile of Threaded Man, designer Gert-Johan Coetzee, singer Chad Saaiman, TV personality Danilo Acquisto, Elle fashion director Taryn Oppel and Janine Jellers.
“We asked proudly South African individuals who we have worked with before or who have inspired us over the past few years to be a part of the campaign”, says Spree’s head of marketing Karen Dempers.”
jet
Stronger Together
2019
“Digital divas prove that women are #StrongerTogether in our latest Instagram takeover.”
PRESS
BUSINESS DAY WANTED
Curated experiences for the true lover of luxury
2022
“From private gallery viewings and music nights to sourdough classes and pop-up dinners, every city has its own monthly events calendar. The events “must always feel effortless, never fussy, very welcoming and, if not unexpected, they need to connect us to something cultural or bring us back to ourselves or broaden our way of thinking”, says Zanele Kumalo, Soho House CWH liaison for Joburg, who is responsible for building community and curating exclusive experiences for members in the city.”
HOUSE & LEISURE
The cool kids’ guide to Joburg
2019
Meet the city’s best and brightest in the HL Johannesburg issue.
“Joburg, for all its diversity remains a city that holds its secrets close - a sprawling expanse of concrete, walled parks and suburbs packed full of hidden spaces and places. But with the right friends - Kenny Jules Morifi-Winslow, Zanele Kumalo and Keneilwe Mothoa - the city can be accessible and exciting places on earth.”
marie claire
Inside Zanele Kumalo’s Inspired Wardrobe
2015
“Zanele Kumalo is a writer, stylist and columnist who finds inspiration in her love for art and fashion.”
702
Mattel's new Barbie and Ken dolls now in 7 new skin tones and 9 new hairstyles
2017
“Writer and editor, Zanele Kumalo says we all deserve to see ourselves reflected in pop culture.”
creative mornings
Zanele and Zodwa share their story about their journey through the media industry
2017
mail & guardian
M&G 200 Young South Africans - Beauty editor, Elle
2009
“While still in her teens, Zanele Kumalo remembers wanting to be a creative director for a magazine. She even designed a glossy with some school friends. Kumalo shelved the idea when she studied fine art and language at Rhodes University, pursuing a fantasy of being a fashion designer and training in clothing sales.”
blogs
BEAUTY EDITOR
www.sukisukinaturals.co.za
stylist
www.jennamcarthur.com
editor
www.daniellesmedia.com
emcee
www.studio-h.co.za
speaker
www.theguildgroup.co.za/business-of-design
restaurant reviewer
www.eatout.co.za
selector/dj
www.inyourpocket.com
design awards judge
www.leadingarchitecture.co.za