Indego Africa

Limited Edition: Kellyrwanda Bag

$225.00

This Limited Edition Kellyrwanda Bag brings together our most loved embellishments in a truly unique bag created by refugee women based in Kigeme Refugee Camp.  Using natural raffia for both base and embellishment, the front features a playful loop texture while a delicate fringe lines the sides, creating a statement bag with a special story.

Available for a limited time as part of our Refugee-Made Collection in partnership with MADE51, explore 'Behind The Design' to learn more.

97%
of artisans

say their quality of life has improved since partnering with Indego Africa

  • 8" L x 6.5" H x 5" D (4" Handle Drop)
  • Locally sourced raffia from palm trees

Due to it's handmade nature, some size and color variation may occur.

The artisan sector is the second largest employer in the developing world. Yet the majority of artisans are women who lack access to export markets, business skills, and the financial tools needed to run successful, global enterprises.

We are dedicated to changing that by investing 100% of our profits into education programs for the women who handcraft our products and youth in their communities. Since 2007, we've provided over 1,100 artisans and 250 young people in Rwanda & Ghana with employment opportunities, entrepreneurship training, and consistent access to the global export market.

That's Impact.

Our woven pieces are sturdy and made to last. They’re also meant to be used, and because life happens, sometimes they get a little out of shape. You can reshape your bag (or the texture on top!) by spraying creased areas with water and pressing or combing into your desired shape. The material should feel damp but not saturated. Add water slowly to get a feel for what your piece needs and avoid color bleeding. Let dry, avoiding direct sunlight, or placing on fabrics. Repeat as necessary.

If you notice stray fibers just give them a trim, this is
totally normal!

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Our Promise

Local + Sustainable

Local is durable. We strive to be environmentally responsible in the production of all our products. We use a range of natural fibers indigenous to the countries where we work, sourcing our materials from local markets and farms. Materials that cannot be sourced locally are sourced consciously, prioritizing pan-African trade, quality and sustainability.

Celebrating Craftsmanship

Craft Matters. Each of our products, from weaving to woodcarving, is handcrafted using time-honored, heritage techniques. We collaborate with our artisan partners to create products that celebrate their talent, share the beauty of traditional African artistry, and showcase our dedication to high-quality, modern design. Our artisan partners take pride in creating our handmade products, and their skill ensures the reliable quality of our brand.

Transparent Partnerships

Our artisan partners work with us, not for us. We build long-term transparent partnerships, working collaboratively to determine fair pricing and ensure they have the resources to deliver beautiful and consciously crafted products to consumers around the world. Together, our partners make up 20+ primarily women-owned artisan businesses in Rwanda, Ghana, and Refugee Camps.

Long-Term Impact

Our artisan partners have big dreams and big plans. We invest in their education because we believe in their ability to achieve (and exceed) their goals. We entrust our partners with the innovative designs, advanced skills training, and the market access needed to start careers and grow their own businesses. When women are financially and emotionally supported, they become powerful engines of growth for their families and communities.

Local + Sustainable
Celebrating Craftsmanship
Transparent Partnerships
Long-Term Impact

About the Product

A group of 62 women participated in an intensive 6-week training to master the loop and fringe techniques. The result of that training is this stunning, limited edition bag. The artisan’s decision to integrate both techniques into one bag reflects their design ingenuity while the quality of each bag underscores their mastery of raffia craftsmanship.

Indego Africa is an official partner in MADE51.

MADE51 is a collaborative initiative and global brand of refugee-made products, brought to life by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. Through MADE51, social enterprises around the world work with refugee artisan groups to make ethical, handcrafted products. Together, we are creating dignified opportunities for refugees to earn income and build brighter futures by making use of their valuable skills and heritage.

This Limited Edition Kellyrwanda Bag brings together our most loved embellishments in a truly unique bag created by refugee women based in Kigeme Refugee Camp.  Using natural raffia for both base and embellishment, the front features a playful loop texture while a delicate fringe lines the sides, creating a statement bag with a special story.

Available for a limited time as part of our Refugee-Made Collection in partnership with MADE51, explore 'Behind The Design' to learn more.

  • 8" L x 6.5" H x 5" D (4" Handle Drop)
  • Locally sourced raffia from palm trees

Due to it's handmade nature, some size and color variation may occur.

Our woven pieces are sturdy and made to last. They’re also meant to be used, and because life happens, sometimes they get a little out of shape. You can reshape your bag (or the texture on top!) by spraying creased areas with water and pressing or combing into your desired shape. The material should feel damp but not saturated. Add water slowly to get a feel for what your piece needs and avoid color bleeding. Let dry, avoiding direct sunlight, or placing on fabrics. Repeat as necessary.

If you notice stray fibers just give them a trim, this is
totally normal!

Exceptional products made by women who are changing the future for themselves, their families and their communities

Skills-based education as a catalyst for social change

Through customized business, leadership, and vocational training programs, our artisan partners develop the knowledge and tools to run and scale their own businesses. This opens the door to long-term economic opportunity for themselves and their communities.

An ethical and inclusive supply chain with makers at its core

We build long-term, transparent relationships with our artisan partners, providing access to global markets and ensuring fair wages. Using locally sourced, natural materials, we create heirloom quality products that blend heritage technique with modern design.

Join our mission and help generations of African women achieve economic independence