The design world continues to celebrate the extraordinary synergy between two visionary South African women — Cape Town-based interior designer Kim Williams and fashion icon Jessica Molebatsi — whose creative partnership has captivated audiences with its authenticity, elegance, and heartfelt storytelling.
It all began in 2022, when Kim and Jessica joined forces to bring the Noluthando fashion collection into the world of interiors. Named after the Xhosa name given to Jessica by her husband’s family, Noluthando is a soulful expression of love, unity, and cultural pride. The collection debuted at Paris Fashion Week and, following its success, the collaboration was born—Jessica brought the fashion to life, while Kim’s visionary interior design transformed it into a lifestyle, bringing it into homes and hearts around the world.
Their creative energy continued to blossom, and in 2024 they introduced the RAKGADI African Toile Print interior home collection — a tribute to the strength and grace of African women. Jessica’s fashion collection had made waves at the Milan Design Show, with her designs shining on the runway. Together they extended the collection into the world of interiors, capturing the bold spirit of African heritage.
Now, in 2025, their story continues with the launch of Toile du Sud — the interior home
collection that calls every South African to reconnect with their roots. The meaning canvas of the South, Toile du Sud draws inspiration from our rich botanical heritage, blending timeless design with storytelling and cultural pride. This collection celebrates unity and the beauty of collaboration, offering elegant pieces that honour our diversity and shared history.
The Toile du Sud interior home collection includes:
- Napkins
- Placemats
- Scatter Cushions
Thoughtfully crafted to be both luxurious and deeply local, each item in the collection is a symbol of what’s possible when South African creatives join hands — telling stories through design, creating jobs, and building a future defined by opportunity and authenticity.
Exclusive Toile du Sud interior home collection pieces and curated colours will be available at @home flagship retail stores nationwide, offering a unique décor shopping experience.
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Domestic inflation: The highest inflation rate ever recorded in South Africa was in January 1986, at 20.7%. Some of you may remember those bad days where each wag of P.W. Botha’s finger put an extra percentile to the inflation rate. That year the average inflation rate was 18.7%. During the 2008 financial crisis, South Africa’s inflation rate was 11.5%. In July 2018, the latest official monthly inflation rate was 5.1%. With inflation, this low, production cost increases can be expected to remain low, despite the large hikes in the petrol price. This reduces the perceived risk of starting a business in South Africa. Compared to Venezuela (200 000% inflation rate) we are not doing too badly!