What’s In It for Me? How Siuhuu Supports You as a Pacific Islander
Siuhuu Is For You: A Place Where Pacific Islanders Can Grow, Create, and Thrive For generations, Pacific Islanders have been known for their creativity, resilience, and strong sense of community. From weaving mats to carving canoes, from cooking traditional foods to designing island-inspired fashion –...
Meet the Founder

Akanesi Kaufusi, also known as Akanesi Tohotoa, a Tongan native, embodies resilience and vision, having transformed her personal challenges into a pioneering business venture. Akanesi moved from Tonga to New Zealand to further her studies, where she earned degrees in Business and Theology. During this period, she faced difficulties locating Pacific Island-owned businesses in her vicinity. This struggle planted the seed for what would become her groundbreaking initiative.
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