JOIN OUR MISSION
Together, we’ll create jobs and reduce plastic in Malawi.
THE STORY
In Malawi mainly plastic bags are used for shopping. Reusable bags are rare.
Sewing is big in Malawi. Mothers teach their children and in school kids learn how to sew.
What if Malawians would sew reusable bags made out of fabric?
We’ll sell these bags in Europe and with every sold bag someone in Malawi gets one free. And thus our mission was born!
CHIEF CHANTULO
Last September I was in Malawi for a fundraiser cycle trip when I met chief Chantulo and his wife. Their story, humbleness and big smile touched me. We asked them if they would be interested in developing and executing the reusable bags idea with us. They said yes! The start of an incredible journey…
Chiefs play a significant role in Malawi. They are traditional leaders with roles deeply rooted in history and culture, functioning as heads of villages or communities. People listen to the chief and take him/her seriously. They can be key figures in promoting development initiatives within their communities. Chief Chantulo supports the project 200% and told ‘his’ people that he doesn’t want to see plastic bags anymore. Connecting with chiefs is the way to go!
THE BAGS
Shopping fabrics in Malawi is like going to a candy shop. Endless patterns and colour combinations.
We mainly use fabrics from Mapeto – a Malawi based company that weaves and prints the fabrics locally.
Below you see some of the bags that we currently have in stock.
IMPACT
So far 20 jobs were created. Many more people currently get trained in order to upscale the bag production.
So far 124 households did get a free bag. Our goal is to give a free bag to every household in Malawi.
