African Leather & Skins

Welcome to African Leather & Skins

Premium South African Game Skins & Upholstery Leather

At African Leather & Skins, we supply premium cow hides and South African game hides – including zebra, springbok and oryx – responsibly sourced from free-roaming wildlife. All hides are obtained through government-regulated wildlife management (culling) to help maintain healthy, sustainable populations. We are committed to ethical practices: no animal is ever hunted solely for its hide, and all products are obtained legally and in full compliance with conservation and trade regulations.

Perfect for decorators, furniture makers, and private clients, our 100% natural hides are finished by trusted local tanneries for consistent quality and craftsmanship.

We serve clients across South Africa and around the world, delivering top-grade materials for custom furniture, luxury décor, and unique projects.

Explore our catalogue today
to find the finest South African animal skins and upholstery leather for your next creation.

~ We deliver nationwide ~

Our Products

Leather

Premium Bovine Leather for Upholstery

Bovine leather is our top choice for premium upholstery material. It offers unmatched quality, comfort, strength, and suppleness for your newly upholstered furniture. Our collection features a wide variety of bovine leather, including full-grain aniline-finished leather and corrected-grain leather. Each option ensures an authentic, durable product. Additionally, these leathers retain natural characteristics, such as scratch marks and tick bites, giving your furniture a unique, genuine look.

Add Colour and Style with Nappa Leather

Enhance your creations with our vibrant range of Nappa leather, available in a variety of exciting colours. Nappa leather is a full-grain leather known for its soft, pliable texture and exceptional durability. It’s perfect for adding a splash of colour to any design. Moreover, Nappa leather combines beauty and functionality. As a result, it is an ideal choice for high-end upholstery, fashion accessories, and custom creations.

Leather with a Distinctive Texture

This unique leather combines the durability of bovine hide with a distinctive texture that enhances its aesthetic appeal. Whether you are a designer, artisan or leather enthusiast, this new range offers both style and strength for your creations.

Fibrous and Soft

Pig split leather is a type of split leather, which is created by separating the layers of a pig hide after the top grain has been removed. It’s known for its fibrous texture and is often used in products like work gloves, shoes, and handbags.

Rustic and Durable

Wild Horse leather is popular for its rugged character, durability, and timeless appeal.

It features a distinctive waxy, pull-up finish that changes with use, gradually developing a rich patina that enhances its natural beauty over time. Because of its strength and unique look, this leather is a popular choice for premium bags, shoes, and other high-quality accessories.

Full Grain Oryx Leather for Upholstery

Our full-grain Oryx leather (also known as Gemsbok leather) is highly sought after for upholstery. This unique African leather offers a robust, distinctive look. It showcases natural scratches, scars, and marks that reflect the rustic habitat of the Oryx antelope. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, bringing an authentic, rugged aesthetic to your furniture.

Vegetable-Tanned Leather: A Natural Tanning Process

Vegetable-tanned leather is made using a traditional method of tanning cowhide with natural tannins from plants. This process gives the leather unique characteristics and a rich, earthy appearance. The term “vegetable” comes from the use of plant-based materials in the tanning process. As a result, it is an eco-friendly choice for those seeking sustainable and natural leather options.

Game Skins

Natural Cow Skins: Unique and Authentic

Cow skins refer to skins with their hair on; therefore, the skin is in its natural state. We distinguish between cow skins with natural patterns and cow skins with stencil printed patterns. Each of these magnificent cow skins owns a set of unique characteristics.

Premium Zebra Skins: Handpicked for Quality

We take pride in offering only the finest Zebra skins, carefully selected for their colour, size, and grade. Each Zebra skin is graded based on the number of natural flaws or imperfections. This provides a variety of options to meet your specific preferences. Whether you seek flawless skins for high-end projects or a more rustic, authentic look, our Zebra skins are the perfect choice for your needs.

Authentic Springbok Hides: Add a Touch of Africa to Your Home

Enhance your space with Springbok hides, adding a unique touch of Africa to your home. Our Springbok skins are sourced with a regulated, professional approach. Each hide is handled with the utmost care and respect. Perfect for creating a rustic, exotic atmosphere, our Springbok hides offer an authentic, high-quality option for home décor and furniture.

Premium Sheep Skin: Durability, Softness, and Luxury

Our sheep skin offers the perfect blend of durability, softness, and luxury. Whether you want to enhance your home décor, create stunning fashion pieces, or craft unique leather goods, our sheep skin is the ideal material for your project. With its versatile qualities, sheep skin adds comfort and style to any creation.

Belts, Accessories & More

Premium Leather Shoe Uppers, Belts, and Accessories

Explore our collection of high-quality shoe uppers, belt buckles, belts, and more. These items are designed to add both style and durability to your leather creations. Whether you’re crafting custom footwear, belts, or accessories, our premium materials ensure exceptional results. Additionally, they provide long-lasting quality for every project.

What Our Clients Say

“I would like to say a big THANK YOU for your exceptional service!
I just received my leather. Absolutely marvelous.”

"I had to make a choice between leather suppliers. Verushca's professionalism and efficiency was the deal breaker. Wow! I recommend African Leather & Skins Centurion to all for efficiency, quality, reliability."

"African Leather and Skins Centurion has a great variety of full grain bovine leather hides to choose from for any of your leather needs. The service is great and the prices are excellent. No business is too big or too small, whether you are a large upholsterer or working with leather as a hobby, African Leather will be able to meet your needs. Feel welcome to visit the store in Hennopspark any day of the week."

Thank you so much for the prompt delivery of the samples! This is truly the most beautiful and softest leather I've ever seen. Absolutely top quality!

I just want to say I haven't had such an experience at any business in a long time. The kindness and helpfulness made my day.

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