50 Best African Hairstyles You Should Try

No matter how advanced we are with life and technology, one thing that’s not going to fade away from our lives is weaving hairstyles. Nowadays, it seems like everyone has been stung by the hair weave bug as there’s a huge number of women rocking these hairstyles. African hairstyles give your hair some rest, protect it from harsh environmental factors and create space for creativity. There are many interesting braiding techniques to make every head unique.

Scroll through our list of African weaving hairstyles that you might want to try next time you make a visit to your hair salon.

african cornrows
@adis_beauty_braids_empire

Beaded cornrows made with ombre extensions

Let down your hair in a whimsical way. Simply chic!

gorgeous hair for African kids
@blackhair_flair

Minnie mouse hairstyle

With this intricate hairstyle, your kid will get compliments all day.

Absolutely stunning!

feedin weave
@braidsbyta.cara

Fancy protective style

Slay the day with big braids and smooth baby hairs

flat twist hair
@bomb____chelle

Natural hairdo for girls

Cornrows that look swept back

 

flat twists
@bomb____chelle

Let your hair breathe with this natural hairdo. Ideal for summer.

Simple flat twist set
@4kstyles
Shuku hairstyle
@braidedbyame

Impressive yet easy updo!

kids African cornrow
basothofingerprintssalon

Lots of small cornrows fed into two big braids

Brilliant!

tribal braids
@milliondollarmimi

Try something different with pulled-back cornrows

beaded cornrows
@mmras_hairtique

Rock this Fulani weaving like the queen that you are

kids african hair
@hadjihandro

Cornrows for children are a great idea because it’s low maintenance for parents who hate styling hair in the mornings

natural hairstyle
@hadjihandro

Simple and fun!

Add this half up half down style for list of hairstyles for the year

beaded cornrows
@mmras_hairtique

You can never go wrong with beaded bangs.

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@braidsandbeautybykejana

Braided updo and floral design

Stunning braided design that takes braids and forms them into a flower design.

Beautiful and incredible!

Ethiopia hairstyle
@braidsandbeautybykejana

Geometric cornrows

Turn heads with an updo showing off angled cornrows

stunning cornrow for kids
@braidsandbeautybykejana

Heart-shaped cornrows and beads

With lovely braids like these, your daughter’s delicate natural hair will be protected. She’ll like it more than you.

weaving hairstyle
@silverhairgh

Ghana weaves that accentuate the face

beaded cornrows
@kaykay_hair

Chic braided bob with bangs

Braided bobs are simple but so chic

@nailplustotalbeauty

You sure haven’t seen the end of braids? Always evolving with new styles and patterns.

Kenya weaving hairstyle
@nailplustotalbeauty
Ghanaweaving with curve cutting
@nailplustotalbeauty

Don’t you want to go for braids with ombre tones? You should.

Tanzania weaving hairstyle
@j_handroz

Your kid can rock this for school

Side Patewo hairstyle
@lollypeebraids

Side swept braids

african old skool hair
@places_style

How can you not like fulani braids? Rock this with a smile on your face.

all back weaving
@dj__cheveux

Thick and thin assymmetrical feed-in braids

Cool and eye-catching hairstyle. The thin plaits help balance out the style.

beaded kids hair
@sj.thestylist

Creativity at its peak! Dopest of all!!!

Tanzania weaving hairstyle
@j_handroz
Cameron Hairstyle
@braidsandbeautybykejana

Feed-in bun braid

Bun is a lovely outcome for braided curves.

bead weaving
@preciouseventz

Braided pigtails

Add beads for adorable look.

 

beaded african hair
@ziona_spritual_gangsta

Beaded bangs give off major rockstar vibes

beaded hairstyles
@queeneyahnna

Colourful beaded hairstyle for your toddler

@hairbymamastella

Bold fulani braids

Hairstyles that protect edges don’t have to be boring.

unique african hair
@hairbymamastella

Mother and daughter rocking their beaded braids

chunky cornrows
@transformedbyo

Heart-shaped braids with chignon

Looking for a statement hairdo? This is it.

@braidsandbeautybykejana

Curvy plaits fed-in to chunky braids

criss cross cornrows
@braidsandbeautybykejana

Criss cross updo with beaded braids

Why settle for a boring hairstyle when you can have some fun with your hair?

weave up hairstyle for kids
@braidsandbeautybykejana

Adorable pigtails

Cute fashionable style for little black girls.

flat twists
@africanhairsummit

Got long hair with extensions? Twirl it into an updo bun

one corner hair
@mayorotu

Ladies, have you tried this fierce hairstyle?

Creative and versatile

Nigerian braids
@shollykay_hair

Extra long braids

Don’t you just love this? Long braids are gorgeous.

beaded african hair
@vianbellasalon

Cornrows with beaded ends

Spice up your hairstyle with beads

African hair for kids
@vianbellasalon

 

African hair for kids
@vianbellasalon

Tiny cornrows gives kids unique look

unique weaving
@vianbellasalon

Angled cornrow

The diagonal part of this hairstyle and the angle braided pattern are the main wow factors of the look.

kiddies cornrow
@braids_by_jayne

Cute cornrow hairstyle

 

Kiddies cornrows

Side pony with base

A side pony may not be the most creative hairstyle that you can imagine but does it matter as long as it looks so pretty

kids african weaving
@kdovehair

Swirly cornrows pattern and ponytail

  This is feminine and so cute to look at.

naija kids hairstyle
@naijakidshairstyle

Natural braided hairstyle for kids

Patterns in the cornrows are truly beautiful

naija kids hairstyle
@naijakidshairstyle
weaving hairstyle kids
@naijakidshairstyle

Feed-in braided pigtails

Style that is sure to turn heads wherever you go.

Nigerian hairstyles
@nailah_styles

Twisted mohawk

Let your child have fun without fussing with a mess of curls

African tribal hair
@tshanimarithe

Zig zag cornrows will never go out of style.

ghana cornrows
@uniquebraidsandweaves

Braided pony

Classy and protective

africana hair
@mmras_hairtique

Beaded braids with varying lengths

Want a show-stopping style? This is the hairstyle to go for

simple cornrows
basothofingerprintssalon
weaving hair
@hadjihandro

Why have braids straight down when you can braid in a diagonal pattern?

natural hair corn row
@hadjihandro

Cornrows with flat twists

Rock this natural look

unique natural hair
@hadjihandro

Cornrows with side swept twists

Super chic and feminine

weaving hairstyle for naturalistas
@hadjihandro

Casual and cool braided updo

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