Mami Wata Surf

We started Mami Wata because of love and belief. Our love for surfing, design and Africa. Our belief in the Power of African surf. Mami Wata is West African pidgin English literally meaning Mama Water... Mother Ocean if you prefer. From Madagascar to Morocco, Liberia to Mozambique, Mami Wata is the African water spirit who appears in the shape of a mermaid. It is said that those who she takes for her lovers, return with a new spirit and become more successful and good looking. She is a symbol of fertility, a protector of women and children, a guardian of sea creatures and natural environments. Our mission at Mami Wata is to be a creative force for good in Africa. We do this through: - Manufacturing in Africa We design and manufacture our premium range of apparel, surfboards and accessories in Africa to create jobs and build skills in the Motherland. Where possible we use local materials, like African cotton. This sets us apart from many other brands out there as only about 8% o...