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The Mother's Day Gift Guide
Apr 19, 2021
Celebrate the mothers in your life with meaningful handcrafted gifts that empower another! Did you know 91% of Indego Africa's artisan partners are mothers?
Behind The Craft: Gatagara Ceramics
Mar 25, 2021
Today we’re excited to introduce the Bud Vase, the Mini Vase, and the Gatagara Large Vase to our ceramics collection! They are all handcrafted in Rwanda at the Gatagara pottery workshop. Continue reading for our interview with Jean Pierre, president of the 11-member workshop, to hear more about the craft behind our ceramics! 
Indego Africa Holiday Gift Guide Roundup!
Dec 14, 2020
Need a last minute holiday gift? Indego Africa has got you covered! We have something for everyone on your list.  Your purchase has power. There is a human story of artisan empowerment behind every handmade basket, bag, and accessory! 
Indego Africa's Artisan Livelihood Protection Fund
Oct 16, 2020
As soon as the shutdowns lifted in Ghana and Rwanda, Indego Africa immediately provided purchase orders to every partner cooperative to drive artisan income and build inventory. Given the nascency of the U.S. economic recovery, Indego Africa has lacked the wholesale client demand and working capital necessary to make additional ongoing purchase orders. 
An Indego Africa Favorite: The Mini Plateau Baskets
Sep 30, 2020
These handcrafted baskets are the perfect size for a thoughtful and functional gift or a “treat yourself” purchase. They will keep you organized in style when used as a catchall to store your smaller belongings (from your jewelry and key), and are also the ideal size to be hung in a cluster on a gallery wall or simply placed as an accent piece in your favorite nook around the house or office.
How To Style: Trinket Dishes
Sep 18, 2020
We all have those items around the house and office that need a home of their own. Style the tops of your counters, tables, and desks with some of our favorite handwoven and hand beaded mini baskets and trinket dishes.
Five Woven Bags For Different Type Of Friends
Aug 14, 2020
We all have friends with different interests, and it can be hard to find the perfect gift for them. Well you’re in luck because at Indego Africa our handbags meet various types of needs (plus they are all handwoven by our skilled female artisans in Rwanda and Ghana)! 
The Mini Copabu Bowl
Aug 07, 2020
Looking for a chic way to organize your tabletops? Meet Indego Africa's Mini Copabu Bowl! Hand-carved and woven by our skilled female artisan partners, this wooden bowl is perfect for holding fruit in your kitchen or as a catchall on any table or credenza!