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Yatta South Womens Group Sisal Baskets – Handmade, Fairly Traded
Fairly traded handmade sisal baskets, complete with comfortable length handles and a woven button for security. Dimensions – 20 cm x 22 cm.
General Information:Available in the following colours – green/black, black/white.
The Yatta South Womens Group is located in an rural area between Machakos and Kitui. This rural area struggles to survive on cash crops, a stiff challenge given the dry and arid climate that has recently been experienced in the region.
The Co–operative has been in existence since 1986. Some 2,030 women belong to the organisation that weaves sisal baskets for primarily local but also international markets. Organised into 31 regional groups each with a Group leader, baskets are weaved to order and the proceeds of orders and sales are then distributed back to the weavers. Other products also produced include banana fibre baskets and table ware, rugs and hats.
The Yatta South Womens Group is located in an rural area between Machakos and Kitui. This rural area struggles to survive on cash crops, a stiff challenge given the dry and arid climate that has recently been experienced in the region.
The Co–operative has been in existence since 1986. Some 2,030 women belong to the organisation that weaves sisal baskets for primarily local but also international markets. Organised into 31 regional groups each with a Group leader, baskets are weaved to order and the proceeds of orders and sales are then distributed back to the weavers. Other products also produced include banana fibre baskets and table ware, rugs and hats.
