Lebo Mazibuko

Lebo Mazibuko was born in Johannesburg and is currently based in Cape Town. She began a career in theatre before focusing on writing. She holds an MA in Creative Writing from the University of Cape Town. Her debut novel Bantu Knots was shortlisted for a K. Sello Duiker memorial award at the South African Literary Awards in 2022. She is also the author of Fabrics of Love (2025).