Born in Xaymaca/Kingston, Jamaica, Tafui moved to Tiohtià:ke/Montreal where she received a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in studio arts from Dawson College and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Design Art at Concordia University.

Her work spans various media fine art, textile design, and murals. She is inspired by her love for Indigenous cultures, modern design, and traditional textile techniques. Tafui has exhibited at the Vancouver Art Gallery where she also collaborated to create their first charity fundraiser for arts education.