Akhona Kom Named on the DigifySA Pro 100 List
Model, Influencer, and Entrepreneur Honoured Among Top 100 Digital Trailblazers
South African model, influencer, and founder of Loc Nation Africa, Akhona Kom, has officially been named on the DigifySA Pro 100 List — a prestigious honour celebrating the top 100 alumni from DigifySA Pro, the award-winning digital marketing bootcamp supported by Meta and MSDF.
Recognised for Bold Contributions to Creativity and Entrepreneurship
Akhona earned her place on the list for her dynamic work at the intersection of digital innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, making a powerful mark as one of the leading voices in South Africa’s natural hair and beauty space.
Loc Nation Africa: Reclaiming the Narrative Around Locs
As the founder of Loc Nation Africa, Akhona has built more than just a brand — she has cultivated a cultural movement and lifestyle platform for people with locs. The initiative uses curated events, educational content, storytelling, and digital platforms to celebrate locs as a symbol of identity, heritage, and self-expression.
Blending Tech, Culture, and Purpose
Akhona’s recognition in the Digify 100 is a reflection of her impactful digital storytelling and cultural empowerment, aligning with a new wave of African changemakers building sustainable futures through innovation.
Featured at the Meta-Powered Digify Youth Summit
Earlier this month, Akhona was also a featured voice at the Digify Youth Summit, hosted in partnership with Meta. The summit explored the fast-evolving digital and AI landscape and connected young professionals like Akhona with industry experts, highlighting her growing influence as a thought leader in digital culture and youth development.
A Passion Project Turned Movement
“It’s an honour to be recognised by Digify Africa in this way,”
says Akhona.
“Loc Nation Africa started as a passion project — a way for me to reclaim the narrative around dreadlocks and natural hair. Today, it’s a growing community of people who feel seen, celebrated, and educated.”
DigifySA Pro: Powering the Next Generation of Digital Leaders
Founded in 2011, DigifySA Pro is a youth-led digital bootcamp equipping young Africans with future-forward skills. The DigifySA Pro 100 List celebrates those who are pushing boundaries and building meaningful impact through digital platforms.
A Rising Force in the Digital and Cultural Landscape
“There’s something that happens when you bring young people together in spaces filled with energy and purpose,”
said Qhakaza Mohare, CEO of the Digify Africa Foundation.
“The Digify 100 isn’t just a list — it’s a community of innovators, leaders and visionaries like Akhona who are rewriting what’s possible.”
What’s Next for Loc Nation Africa
Akhona continues to expand Loc Nation Africa’s reach — from piloting community Meet Ups and launching new product lines, to deepening digital engagement. Her journey is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when purpose meets platform.