It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Vanya Mangaliso, a renowned designer and Creative Director of the Afrochic Heritage fashion brand, Sun Goddess.
She passed away peacefully on Thursday, 26 June 2025, at the age of 53, surrounded by loved ones.
Vanya Mangaliso was widely respected for her contributions to South African fashion; a field she dedicated 25 years of her life to. She led her multi-award-winning brand, which has received over 50 awards both locally and internationally, proudly representing South African fashion.
Her work touched countless lives and left a lasting impact on the people of her beloved country, community, colleagues, friends, and family.
The family kindly requests privacy as they grieve this immense loss. We ask the public and media to respect their space and refrain from any direct contact during this time.
Those wishing to honour Vanya Mangaliso’s memory are invited to participate in the following ways:
– Leave written tributes, messages, or memories (photos and video) at sungoddessonline@gmail.com or limanimangaliso14@gmail.com. Or the following Google Drive link: https://drive.google.com/…/1h5N…
