Imena Woven Basket

Designed and created by refugee artisans in honor of World Refugee Day. Louise U. and her group named their design 'Imena' which means 'Faith' in Kinyarwanda.

Louise is based in the Kigeme Refugee Camp and a member of the Hope Cooperative, one of Indego Africa's newest partner cooperatives. 

In 2023 she joined an interactive design workshop and brought her vision to life. Each original design in the HOPE Collection is a labor of love and an expression of hope. 

12" W x 3" H

Hand-dyed in a variety of colors including pink, tan, and white 

Made from strands of sisal wrapped around bunches of sweetgrass

Includes a loop on the back for hanging

Locally sourced fibers 

Hang it on the wall, use as a fruit basket, or style as an accent piece in your favorite nook around your home or office

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

Impact: 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. Indego Africa provides these women with access to technology training and vocational training, as well as opportunities to hone skills in traditional artisan practices. They also offer economic inclusion for refugees, working to combat poverty in whatever way they can.