Kahindo Mateene is the founder and creative visionary behind KAHINDO, a New York–based ethical womenswear brand inspired by her Congolese heritage and multicultural upbringing across Africa. A graduate of the Illinois Institute of Art, she infuses her global perspective into bold, contemporary designs that are proudly Made in Africa using fair-trade practices. Through her work, Kahindo is committed to empowering women on the continent and redefining the narrative of African fashion