By Katlego Sekhu

The founders of SUHU ORIGINAL Silosekhaya and Silosethu Kondleka join My Top 10 at 10 with Tbose to share the story behind their brand. SUHU is one of the fastest-growing local brands.
Founded in 2020, SUHU Original is a ‘lifestyle brand imagined for all occasions, whether you’re traveling, going out on a date, or a night out.’
The idea of the brand was birthed during the pandemic. “We were in lockdown for almost a month. Instead of our normal routine, we were asleep during the day and up at night. After high school we went into retail’ that’s where we learned about starting a clothing brand,” shares Silosekhaya. “We wanted to make something that looks nice and also gives the best service to our customers.”
He details their working dynamic. “When it comes to the creative process, Sethu has an eye for denim and I have an eye for tracksuits for example (I like simple). He is going to be the dressed guy and I am more of the casual guy.”
Silosekhaya adds. “We do have clashes for example I think of the cardigans, it wasn’t just a thing of let’s get it done. 6 months or more went by before we agreed on it – It is also one of our best items right now.”
He notes that Oscar Mbo was one of the celebs who helped the brand gain exposure.
“This business is my life now, there was a time when Oscar Mbo when was still on Twitter and helping small businesses promote their stuff. When we sent him the ‘travelers’ and he posted on his Twitter wearing our work, our brand grew. We are forever thankful to Oscar Mbo,” said Silosekhaya.
Listen to the full interview on My Top 10 at 10 with Tbose.
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