Mami Wata Surf

Mami Wata Surf We connect people to the with our Made in Africa surf apparel and accessories. Co

Mami Wata is a premium African surf lifestyle brand with a mission to be a creative force of good on the continent. Our name means “Mother Water” and refers to the African water spirit who appears in the form of a mermaid. Surrounded by four different seas and oceans, Africa is a continent with some of the world’s finest surf. For seekers who find and ride her waves, we design and produce premium

surf apparel, surfboards and accessories, inspired by Africa's diverse & expressive popular culture. Founded in Cape Town in 2017, we connect people who share our belief that a company should have purpose beyond profit through the .

03/06/2026

BTS with our CEO Imraan and world-renowned photographer on their recent trip to Angola, where they were hosted by the legendary Bizuka Barros of – the country’s first surf school.

Cabo Ledo sits beneath a rocky-crested ridgeline on the rugged Angolan coast. Beneath the cliffs you’ll find the long-peeling left pointbreak that answers the question ‘why here?’

More to follow on why we were there, and why we’re already itching to go back 👀 🏄

28/05/2026

The Sounds of Surfing.

A BTS, ASMR look at the craft of shaping and the art of surfing with and .3965.

The Braai Brood was built with our new home Muizenberg in mind. Designed for mushy days, or long-peeling waves; for onshore bowls, or flying down the line.

When Muizenberg’s cooking (or even if it’s not), we’ll bring the bread.

Surfer 🏄 .3965

19/05/2026

Look Mami I can fly.

Mami Loves You.

Available online and in all our stores.
7 2u

13/05/2026

Through a period of great change, one of the things that remains steadfast is Mami Wata’s commitment to supporting the incredible work done by Waves for Change (W4C).

African surf has the power to change lives. One of the ways that we hope to harness this power is by giving 2% of all sales back to African surf. An act of symbiosis. Afrosurfonomics in action.

Waves for Change is a non-profit organisation that provides mental wellness support, through the medium of surf and other evidence-based activities, to adolescents growing up in high-stress environments.

In addition to the 2,800 young people who attend the surf therapy programme annually, W4C also creates employment through surf coaching opportunities.

Muminah Cornelius, 23, has been at W4C since 2023, first as a coach, then as a training coach. She told us about her work, about how the swelling numbers of women attending the programme is changing the surf landscape, and about her own personal growth.

Watch the reel, feel the stoke. Afrosurfonomics.

03/05/2026

Mother’s Day is in a week.

If you’re still looking for something with meaning - the Mami Loves You Tee is available in store.

A limited edition tee, made in Africa, designed with care.

Come find us.
Mami loves you.

We’re proud to introduce the Muizenberg Location Tee.Over the years, each of our stores has had its own location tee — f...
23/04/2026

We’re proud to introduce the Muizenberg Location Tee.

Over the years, each of our stores has had its own location tee — from Rose Street in Cape Town to Abbot Kinney in LA — as a way of marking the places that have shaped us.

This one feels especially meaningful.

Our flagship store at 2 York Road sits in Muizenberg — a place many consider the centre of surf in Cape Town, and one of the most recognisable surf spots in South Africa. It’s defined by a long-standing surf culture built around the ocean, with a community shaped by the water that underpins it. A place full of character and history.

The Muizenberg Tee is our tribute to that.
Featuring our signature logo on the front and a playful depiction of the local scene on the back, it’s designed to reflect the energy, rhythm, and spirit of the place we now call home.

Made in Africa from 100% cotton, soft, breathable, and easy to wear.

Available in-store and online.
2 York Road, Muizenberg

17/04/2026

Over the years, each of our stores has had a location tee, from Rose Street in Cape Town to Abbot Kinney in LA.

Now, we are proud to introduce the Muizenberg Tee – a celebration of our new home!

Think steady rolling lines, boards on the car. �In front of the huts, waves never too far.
Barefooted days, somewhere to revive.

A tee for The Berg. Wata place to be alive.

2 York Rd, Muizenberg.

New socks just washed up.Our banana socks land in four fresh colourways, featuring the iconic Mami Wata banana logo.Avai...
31/03/2026

New socks just washed up.

Our banana socks land in four fresh colourways, featuring the iconic Mami Wata banana logo.

Available online and in store.

26/03/2026

It’s back! Our Neo-Animism fragrance is finally back in stock in South Africa.

It’s sold out twice and is one of our most requested and re-ordered products. Why? Because it really is a special and wonderful scent.

Try it at one of our three Cape Town stores:
Muizenberg
Heritage Square
Oranjezicht City Farm Market

Or order online (SA shipping only).

Address

104 Shortmarket Street
Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00

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