The Rad Black Kids
OperatingThe Rad Black Kids blends Zimbabwean street culture with ethical fashion and climate activism.
- Manufacturing
- Harare, Zimbabwe
- Funding Round
- Founded 2014
- theradblackkids.com ↗
- Last round
- Funding Round
- Sep 2025
- Rounds
- 1
- since 2014
- Investors
- 2
- listed
- Employees
- 2-10
About The Rad Black Kids
Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Long Beach, California, The Rad Black Kids is a fashion-forward brand rooted in Zimbabwean street culture and driven by a mission to challenge stereotypes. Known as “anti-monolith crusaders,” the company creates bold, expressive footwear, apparel, and accessories that celebrate individuality, cultural identity, and environmental activism.
With a commitment to fair wages and responsible production, The Rad Black Kids blends style with substance—planting 20 trees for every product sold to maintain its status as a carbon-negative company. From handmade sunglasses crafted in the Iberian Peninsula to trail-ready sneakers and punk-inspired tees, each item reflects a fusion of global craftsmanship and radical self-expression.
Backed by investors like ImpactHER, Silverbacks Holdings, and CANEX WKND, the brand continues to disrupt the fashion industry while staying true to its roots and values.
The Rad Black Kids presentation
Watch on YouTube ↗The Rad Black Kids funding1 round
The latest is a Funding Round announced 17 Sep 2025.
Who has invested in The Rad Black Kids
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep 2025 | The Rad Black Kids Funding Round17 Sep 2025Lead not disclosed | Lead not disclosed | Not disclosed |
The Rad Black Kids founders & team
- Thulani NgazimbiChief Creative Officer
- Carmen VăduvaChief Strategist & Stylist
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Frequently asked about The Rad Black Kids
- Where is The Rad Black Kids based and when was it founded?
- The Rad Black Kids is headquartered in Harare, Zimbabwe and was founded in 2014.
- How much funding has The Rad Black Kids raised?
- The Rad Black Kids has raised 1 funding round; the amounts were not disclosed. Its latest, a Funding Round, was announced on 17 Sep 2025.
- Who has invested in The Rad Black Kids?
- Backers include Silverbacks Holdings and ImpactHer.
- What sector is The Rad Black Kids in?
- The Rad Black Kids operates in Manufacturing, E-Commerce and Fashion.
