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The agaseke style and shape is unique to Rwanda and renowned worldwide. The artisan crafts each one-of-a-kind basket by hand - using needles and fine sisal thread. The technique requires patience, precision and great skill to master. The women at our partner cooperatives are bringing their products into the US - and your home - for the first time.
Impressive Quality.
Our team has ventured across Africa and never found baskets of higher quality. The Art Institute of Chicago and US Holocaust Memorial Museum carry these products in their museum stores in recognition of their artistic and cultural significance.
Perfect Decoration or Holiday Gift.
Looking for something distinctive and socially-conscious for the holiday season? Don't have an idea how to present that special gift? Agaseke basket ornaments are the perfect solution and can be hung as a Christmas tree ornament or given to your loved one.
Tell a Story.
In each Indego Africa design, the artisan has an important story to tell. The unique zig-zag style of this agaseke basket speaks to reconciliation in Rwanda following its 1994 genocide. The two lines represent two women walking together hand-in-hand who stop to meet a friend before moving onwards.
Make a Difference.
The women at Indego Africa partner cooperatives previously earned less than $1 per day and support an average family of five, including orphans of the genocide. Thanks to your purchase of this product, they now earn over four times that amount and gain valuable long-term skills. Indego Africa is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, so please consider a further donation when you check out!
WHOLESALE OR LARGE ORDERS?
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• Unique design. Hand made with sisal. Fair trade.
• Supports a 501(c)(3) non-profit. 100% of profits go to hard-working artisans.
• Colorful accent to any room. A perfect holiday ornament or gift package.
• As seen at the Art Institute of Chicago and US Holocaust Memorial Museum.
• Includes product tag and description of Indego Africa and its artisan partners.
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| 2.6 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.1 pounds |
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| |  Indego Africa's wine coasters and agaseke baskets were featured at the 2008 Academy Awards as part of the "Gifting for a Cause" gift bags given to more than 70 celebrities, such as April Scott of CSI: Miami (right). The gift suites are "exclusive and very selective" and Indego Africa's participation reflected their mission of "devis[ing] a gift that was trendsetting, philanthropic, multicultural and of personal interest to the celebrities."
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