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EMBARK ON A JOURNEY

UNLIKE ANY OTHER

EMBARK ON A JOURNEY

UNLIKE ANY OTHER

When you travel with us, you become part of a voyage where every moment matters—to the land, its people, and to the stories waiting to be told. We believe that travel is a thread of connection to the earth we walk on and to the artisans whose stories we carry forward. When you travel with us, your presence becomes a lifeline of possibility. Your participation directly supports communities, families, and craftspeople—helping them pursue their passions, preserve their traditions, and share their extraordinary gifts with the world.

When you travel with us, you become part of a voyage where every moment matters—to the land, its people, and to the stories waiting to be told. We believe that travel is a thread of connection to the earth we walk on and to the artisans whose stories we carry forward. When you travel with us, your presence becomes a lifeline of possibility. Your participation directly supports communities, families, and craftspeople—helping them pursue their passions, preserve their traditions, and share their extraordinary gifts with the world.

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" In the last decade, we have seen a new conversation around craftnot just as something you make with your hands, but as being about ethics, human conditions, and local labor. Its more than a product: its a value system. "

" In the last decade, we have seen a new conversation around craftnot just as something you make with your hands, but as being about ethics, human conditions, and local labor. Its more than a product: its a value system. "

— Izaskun Chinchilla

Designer

— Izaskun Chinchilla

Designer

WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE

WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE

Local

Artisans

Textile

Suppliers

Boutique

Manufacturers

Fine

Dining

5-Star Luxury

Accommodation

Field

Excursions

ITENERARIES

ITENERARIES

MEET THE PARTNERS

Bruce MacDonald

Principal Founder

USA

Helen Johns

Principal Founder

South Africa

Barbara Van Metzinger

Chief Financial Architect

South Africa

We first began by telling compelling stories, and understanding that to do so, you must become part of the narrative—in the very settings you create, you breathe the culture, imbue the values, and shape the retelling of the places that inspired them—this instinct guides us in everything we do. Through creative direction, editorial relationships, and a 360° approach to storytelling, we capture unknown artisans and bring their brilliance to light.

Helen began her career in front of the camera, mastering mood, movement, and the alchemy of presence. Her talents evolved into curating exceptional events, building relationships with international clients, hosting intimate dinners, launches, and planning exclusive travel programs that embody elegance with cultural depth. Her artistry in hospitality and my world in design aligned naturally—creating experiences shaped by heritage, sensitivity, and beauty.
 
Barbara Van Metzinger, our head of finance—brings structure, clarity, and unwavering stewardship—through her contribution, we ensure our purpose remains centered on the guests we serve and the artisans we champion.
 
This is Sourcing Africa: more than product, more than travel—
a constellation of value, connection, and human artistry.

—Bruce A. Macdonald

We first began by telling compelling stories, and understanding that to do so, you must become part of the narrative—in the very settings you create, you breathe the culture, imbue the values, and shape the retelling of the places that inspired them—this instinct guides us in everything we do. Through creative direction, editorial relationships, and a 360° approach to storytelling, we capture unknown artisans and bring their brilliance to light.

Helen began her career in front of the camera, mastering mood, movement, and the alchemy of presence. Her talents evolved into curating exceptional events, building relationships with international clients, hosting intimate dinners, launches, and planning exclusive travel programs that embody elegance with cultural depth. Her artistry in hospitality and my world in design aligned naturally—creating experiences shaped by heritage, sensitivity, and beauty.
 
Barbara Van Metzinger, our head of finance—brings structure, clarity, and unwavering stewardship—through her contribution, we ensure our purpose remains centered on the guests we serve and the artisans we champion.
 
This is Sourcing Africa: more than product, more than travel—
a constellation of value, connection, and human artistry.

—Bruce A. Macdonald

MEET THE TEAM

MEET THE TEAM

Joanne Mason

Lead Curator

South Africa

J. James

Brand Design Lead

USA

Ryan Copeland

Lead Technologist

USA

OUR COMMITMENT

TO ARTISANS

OUR COMMITMENT

TO ARTISANS

Our commitment to the arts goes beyond meeting an artisan and simply admiring their work. It’s about honoring the person, their character, and the finely tuned threads of their life that weave the tapestry of every handcrafted piece. Whether it’s metal, mohair, sisal, porcelain, clay, or any of the countless mediums shaped by human hands, we recognize that the true source of inspiration begins within the maker. Our purpose is to ensure that these voices and their stories are carried forward, celebrated, and woven into the global narrative of design and humanity.

" Working with artisans transforms you—they reveal possibilities you didn’t know existed. "

" Working with artisans transforms you—they reveal possibilities you didn’t know existed. "

–Bruce MacDonald

–Bruce MacDonald

Co-Founder

Co-Founder

OUR COMMITMENT TO

CONSERVATION

OUR COMMITMENT TO

CONSERVATION

At Sourcing Africa, conservation is woven into our identity. We collaborate with lodges and partners who practice effective protective management, support wildlife-law enforcement, and uphold the guardianship of wild lands. Our journeys immerse guests not only in craft and culture, but also in the living beauty of Africa’s wild spaces. By bringing travelers into these environments—staying at exceptional lodges, meeting the people who protect these lands, and witnessing firsthand the richness of wildlife—we create deeper understanding and meaningful connection.

Elephant sighting at mFulaWozi Wilderness Game Preserve in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal’s Zululand. As one of the last havens of large numbers of ungulates and the predators they support, this reserve is one of the most important conservation areas in South Africa.

+1 917-689-0946

2500 Trade Center Drive

Evans GA, 30809

follow our journey

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©2025 Sourcing Africa. All rights reserved.

+1 917-689-0946

2500 Trade Center Drive

Evans GA, 30809

follow our journey

QUESTIONS?

©2025 Sourcing Africa. All rights reserved.

+1 917-689-0946

2500 Trade Center Drive

Evans GA, 30809

follow our journey

QUESTIONS?

©2025 Sourcing Africa. All rights reserved.