Reshaping Access. Rewriting Ownership.

Afro Wine Week is a strategic summit for investors, entrepreneurs, and wine professionals building the future of wine. It’s where we connect across borders, unlock capital, and move with intention — from grape to glass. Our focus is on access to capital and infrastructure, creating direct pathways to ownership, distribution, and global market expansion in the wine industry.

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OUR PRINCIPLES

  • Tackle the unique challenges and opportunities faced by people of colour, from vineyard to market.

  • Land ownership, funding, production, import/ export, sales and distribution.

  • This platform is designed for actionable solutions, strategic collaboration and investments

MEET OUR TEAM

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  • Founder

    Tuanni Price is on a mission to make wine simple. As an international sommelier and award-winning wine educator, she curates wine experiences from Southern California to Cape Town through her brand, Zuri Wine Tasting.

    Tuanni hosts private tastings, wine classes, tours, and festivals, both virtually and in person, while also designing bespoke experiences for corporate and nonprofit clients. She holds a WSET Level 2 certification (with merit) and has trained with the Society of Wine Educators and the North American Sommelier Association.

    Tuanni’s work in the global wine industry has been featured in the New York Time, Los Angeles Times, Travel & Leisure and Essence magazine amongst other international publications.

  • Carol Burns is a global event strategist and producer bridging the US and South Africa. She partners with brands to create experiences that amplify voices, build community, and celebrate culture. With a background in tech, media, entertainment, and hospitality, Carol specializes in taking ideas from concept to full-scale production — from consulting and brand activations to international events. She has developed global event programs that drive engagement, managed award-winning hospitality spaces that redefine guest experiences, and worked with Fortune 500 companies to create powerful moments that inspire and unite people worldwide. Featured in Forbes and FashionWeekOnline, she finds the greatest fulfillment in creating spaces that uplift marginalized communities and empower people to grow personally, academically, and professionally.

  • Litha Maqungo is the Founder of Future Somebody, a women-led consultancy built on the belief that brilliant communication can shape businesses and move the needle. With a career that spans television, hospitality, and financial services, Litha brings a mix of creativity, adaptability, and strategic thinking to every project she touches.

    As Afro Wine Week’s PR and Social Media Manager, she leads all communications with a strong focus on authenticity, cultural relevance, and impact. Whether crafting compelling narratives or building meaningful digital connections, Litha ensures the spirit of Afro Wine Week resonates with every audience it reaches.

    Born and based in Cape Town, Litha’s work is rooted in her love of storytelling and her ability to translate brand vision into movement. She brings the same energy to Afro Wine Week, celebrating African excellence through thoughtful strategy, innovative ideas, and a little bit of joie de vivre.

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