Amanda Buyiswa Kandawire is an airline pilot, social entrepreneur, illustrator, and the creative mind behind Buyiswa, an accessories brand. Originally from Soweto, and currently based in Dubai. She is driven by purpose, and her work sits at the intersection of aviation, education, and creative entrepreneurship, making her a powerful advocate for Africa’s next generation of trailblazing women.

Buyiswa Accessories was born in 2020 from her love of wearable art and her desire to offer women something unique, lightweight, and expressive. It started as a small collection of statement earrings and necklaces, and has grown into a brand that blends creativity with culture. Buyiswa pieces are designed to make women feel seen, celebrated, and unapologetically themselves, even in challenging times.