Press Features & Accolades
Explore media coverage, editorials, and industry recognition featuring Meetlo Studio.
Our work in premium furniture design, interior planning, and architectural solutions has been highlighted for its considered approach to timeless, design-led interiors.
Rising Star: Oageng Manana
JANUARY 13, 2026 VISI MAGAZINE
South African furniture designer and Meetlo co-founder Oageng Manana is spotlighted in VISI magazine as a rising star — blending African tradition with contemporary craft to create bold, heritage-inspired pieces that push modern design forward.
Woolworths Youth Makers Spotlight
JUNE 2024 WOOLWORTHS YOUTH MAKERS
Featured in Woolworths magazine’s Youth Makers spotlight, Meetlo co-founders Oageng Manana and Tshegofatso Ramothibe are recognised for redefining contemporary African furniture design — merging cultural storytelling, thoughtful craftsmanship and bold entrepreneurship to shape the future of local design.
2025 DECOREX 100% DESIGN AFRICA
Awarded Best Stand at Decorex 100% Design, Meetlo’s showcase was recognised for its refined execution, material integrity, and immersive design presence.
SA Home Owner 2026 Feature
APRIL, 2026 SA HOME OWNER MAGAZINE
Founded by South African designer Oageng Manana, Meetlo reinterprets African heritage through contemporary furniture and sculptural design. Blending art, science, and craftsmanship, the studio creates emotionally resonant pieces rooted in cultural identity and future-focused design.
Africa International Design Award
2026 AIDA AWARDS
The Kharetsa Wine Server was recognised as a Winner in the Furniture & Lighting category at the Africa International Design Awards (AIDA) 2026.
The AIDA Awards celebrate exceptional design from across the African continent, recognising projects that demonstrate innovation, craftsmanship, functionality, and cultural relevance. Judged by an international panel of leading designers, architects, makers, and industry experts, the awards honour work that contributes meaningfully to the future of African design.
