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Handmade by specialist jewelry artisans across Nairobi, our 18-carat gold-plated collection is our most luxurious collection yet. 

Wear this luxe statement bauble bracelet on its own, or pair it with the bauble necklace for your big night out.

• Handmade by artisans in Kenya
• 18-carat gold plated recycled brass 
• Handmade individual hollow balls
• Size:  The bracelet is 16.7 cm when closed and opens to 25 cm.
• Care: Every after use, clean your plated jewelry with a cotton ball or a very soft cloth to remove any dust and dirt. Gently rubbing the surface of your gold-plated jewelry using a soft jewelry cloth also helps restore shine. If your jewelry needs more cleaning you may clean it with warm, soapy water. We do not recommend any polish cleaners as those can cause tarnish. 

Handmade by specialist jewelry artisans across Nairobi, our 18-carat gold-plated collection is our most luxurious collection yet. 

We designed our fun and playful bauble necklace to suit your mood or outfit with its adjustable pully cord. We love pairing ours with the bauble bracelet for that perfect put-together look.

• Handmade by artisans in Kenya
• 18-carat gold plated recycled brass 
• Handmade individual hollow balls
• Size: 16" closed, 25" open
• Care: Every after use, clean your plated jewelry with a cotton ball or a very soft cloth to remove any dust and dirt. Gently rubbing the surface of your gold-plated jewelry using a soft jewelry cloth also helps restore shine. If your jewelry needs more cleaning you may clean it with warm, soapy water. We do not recommend any polish cleaners as those can cause tarnish. 

One of our favorites from this one-of-a-kind collection. Constructed from hand-cut brass leaves from Kenya with glass beads from Ghana. An Aluminium leaf of this size was worn through a Pokot father’s nose when his first daughter married. Each necklace varies slightly with the stone ranging from blue to aqua green. 

• Handmade in Kenya
• Circumference - 47.9cm
• This item is cannot be worn in the water. 
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Creative Director Amal Wilemon spent hours upon hours carefully selecting these delightful hand-painted trade beads from West African traders in Kenya's capital city of Nairobi. Treat yourself to this one-of-a-kind elastic single-strand bracelet. 

• Handmade by Maasai Maker Mums in Ngong Hills, Kenya
• Materials: West African glass beads, handmade brass spacers & elastic cord. 
• Size: 6.6 inches in circumference.
• Roll on your wrist and roll off. The elastic cord is sturdy, but constant pulling may cause it to break. 
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya!

Creative Director Amal Wilemon spent hours upon hours carefully selecting these delightful hand-painted trade beads from West African traders in Kenya's capital city of Nairobi. Treat yourself to this one-of-a-kind elastic single-strand bracelet. 

• Handmade by Maasai Maker Mums in Ngong Hills, Kenya
• Materials: West African glass beads, handmade brass spacers & elastic cord. 
• Size: 6.6 inches in circumference.
• Roll on your wrist and roll off. The elastic cord is sturdy, but constant pulling may cause it to break. 
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya!

This beautiful piece is made from handmade beads from Kenya with a horseshoe-shaped pendant with turquoise-colored stones. A stunning signature piece that complements every outfit. Each piece varies slightly as they are handmade and one-of-a-kind.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Circumference - 46.5cm
• This item is cannot be worn in the water. 
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Espadrilles are a wardrobe essential, so it's worth investing in ones that you'll love year after year.  Our Afridrilles are made from 100% East African cotton with a vulcanized rubber lining and a jute rope core. As the weather begins to transition to fall, you want a shoe that will move along with you.

• Handmade in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• Materials: East-African cotton / genuine Kenyan leather, traditional jute soles with vulcanized rubber for durability
• Hand-printed lining with our Ubuntu tribal pattern
• Hand beaded signature tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya!
• Sizing: True to size. Not available in wide sizes.

Just in time for Holidays, these hand-drawn Christmas cards are a wonderful addition to your stockings or sending a little holiday cheer to friends & family. Each pack contains 4-holiday cards. Each one is handmade by Kenyan artist Daniel Musau who is based in Nakuru National Park.  

• Handmade in Kenya
• Each 4 pack will include one of Three Wisemen, Angel, Mary & Baby Jesus, and Joseph, Mary, and Baby Jesus.
• As each one is hand-drawn, each card has a slight variation between each one. 
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Handmade by specialist jewelry artisans across Nairobi, our 18-carat gold-plated collection is our most luxurious collection yet.

We love a good cuff, and these are next level, thanks to the gorgeous heart detail at the opening. We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this cuff!

• Handmade by artisans in Kenya
• 18-carat gold plating
• Recycled brass with encased horn hearts
• Size: Standard S/M sizing 45mm x 55mm x 27mm
• Each charm is sold individually
• Care: Every after use, clean your plated jewelry with a cotton ball or a very soft cloth to remove any dust and dirt. Gently rubbing the surface of your gold-plated jewelry using a soft jewelry cloth also helps restore shine. If your jewelry needs more cleaning you may clean it with warm, soapy water. We do not recommend any polish cleaners as those can cause tarnish. 

• Handmade in Maasai Mara, Kenya
• Materials: Genuine-leather / glass beads
• SM: 13"L x 3/4"W
• MD: 20"L x 1"W 
• LG: 22"L x 1 "W
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya!

Rui Yamashita is the artist behind Kangarui. She was born in Japan, raised in Kenya and her life experiences are reflected in each of her designs. A quirky fusion style, filled with color and often with animals found in East Africa, she wishes to spread her safari love around the world. We are thrilled to have her plates as part of the Ubuntu African Market. 

• Melamine
• Food Safe
• BPA Free
• Made in Kenya

We have long been friends and admirers of Kenana Knitters. Kenana Knitters help women in Kenya's rural areas earn a much-needed income using their spinning and knitting skills. Like us, Kenana Knitters cares about their community and our environment; all their products are made from carefully selected organic, natural fibers and colored with natural dyes. Their hand-spun stuffed animals are lovely cuddly gifts for kids, and we are thrilled to include them in our African Holiday Market.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Size: 8"T x 4"L x 4"W
• Materials: Cotton, natural dye, stuffing

• African Kiondo Basket Bag
• Materials: Wool, Ethically sourced cowhide strap
• Handwoven by women artisans in Kenya.
• Durable and multi-use; beach bag, shopper bag, weekend bag, picnics
  

• Generally 16" tall and  19" wide. As every Kiondo basket is handcrafted, appearance and size may vary slightly from basket to basket.

• Each handwoven baskets are durable, versatile, and easy to care for

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The Knobbed Brass Earring is here. Designed in tandem and as a counterpart to the Knobbed Metal Cuff, you can wear them alone or match them with your cuff. Either way, they are showstoppers. The Knobbed Brass Earring is hand-cast from 100% recycled brass and clear-coated for longevity.

• Handmade in Kenya
• Simple and elegant earring
  
• These earrings make a great gift for Birthdays, Mother's Day, Christmas, Hanukkah, Anniversary. 
  
• 100% recycled brass
• Sold as set 
  
• Care: To keep your earring looking shiny, we recommend a gentle metal polisher for occasionally cleaning and a soft cloth to remove tarnish. To better preserve the bracelet, we recommend to not wear them in water.
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya!
• Purchase the matching bracelet here! 

Never before as a global community have we realized that we are all connected through this pandemic.  They are times such as these that we need to pull together and support one another. Let's do our part and stay safe for our community by wearing a face mask while in public settings. 

• For every mask purchased, Ubuntu Life will give a mask to members of our community in Kenya.
• We are creating non-medical grade face masks to help protect our community from the spread of COVID_19. These masks are reusable, washable & designed for comfort from repurposed materials from our production line. 
• One size fits all (9.5cm x 21cm) with tie closure. 
• Tie closure offers the most comfort & adaptability. Allowing you to secure your mask and adjust to your face. Comfort is key & these are the most comfortable for all-day wear!
• 100% Polyester 
• Sublimation printed Kuba cloth design 
• Our goals are to provide our global community with reliable and safe masks while keeping our Maker Mums employed and empowered.
• We recommend washing your mask before the first wear & after each time-worn in public. 
• Handmade by our Maker Mums in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• *Please understand that this mask is not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19. Please continue to practice social distancing, washing your hands and refraining from touching your face.
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Never before as a global community have we realized that we are all connected through this pandemic.  They are times such as these that we need to pull together and support one another. Let's do our part and stay safe for our community by wearing a face mask while in public settings. 

• For every mask purchased, Ubuntu Life will give a mask to members of our community in Kenya.
• We are creating non-medical grade face masks to help protect our community from the spread of COVID_19. These masks are reusable, washable & designed for comfort from repurposed materials from our production line. 
• One size fits all (9.5cm x 21cm) with tie closure. 
• Tie closure offers the most comfort & adaptability. Allowing you to secure your mask and adjust to your face. Comfort is key & these are the most comfortable for all-day wear!
• 100% Polyester 
• Sublimation printed Kuba cloth design 
• Our goals are to provide our global community with reliable and safe masks while keeping our Maker Mums employed and empowered.
• We recommend washing your mask before the first wear & after each time-worn in public. 
• Handmade by our Maker Mums in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• *Please understand that this mask is not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19. Please continue to practice social distancing, washing your hands and refraining from touching your face.
• This item is Final Sale

Never before as a global community have we realized that we are all connected through this pandemic.  They are times such as these that we need to pull together and support one another. Let's do our part and stay safe for our community by wearing a face mask while in public settings. 

• For every mask purchased, Ubuntu Life will give a mask to members of our community in Kenya.
• We are creating non-medical grade face masks to help protect our community from the spread of COVID_19. These masks are reusable, washable & designed for comfort from repurposed materials from our production line. 
• One size fits all (9.5cm x 21cm) with tie closure. 
• Tie closure offers the most comfort & adaptability. Allowing you to secure your mask and adjust to your face. Comfort is key & these are the most comfortable for all-day wear!
• 100% Polyester 
• Sublimation printed Kuba cloth design 
• Our goals are to provide our global community with reliable and safe masks while keeping our Maker Mums employed and empowered.
• We recommend washing your mask before the first wear & after each time-worn in public. 
• Handmade by our Maker Mums in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• *Please understand that this mask is not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19. Please continue to practice social distancing, washing your hands and refraining from touching your face.
• This item is Final Sale

Never before as a global community have we realized that we are all connected through this pandemic.  They are times such as these that we need to pull together and support one another. Let's do our part and stay safe for our community by wearing a face mask while in public settings. 

• For every mask purchased, Ubuntu Life will give a mask to members of our community in Kenya.
• We are creating non-medical grade face masks to help protect our community from the spread of COVID_19. These masks are reusable, washable & designed for comfort from repurposed materials from our production line. 
• One size fits all (9.5cm x 21cm) with tie closure. 
• Tie closure offers the most comfort & adaptability. Allowing you to secure your mask and adjust to your face. Comfort is key & these are the most comfortable for all-day wear!
• 100% Polyester 
• Sublimation printed Kuba cloth design 
• Our goals are to provide our global community with reliable and safe masks while keeping our Maker Mums employed and empowered.
• We recommend washing your mask before the first wear & after each time-worn in public. 
• Handmade by our Maker Mums in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• *Please understand that this mask is not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19. Please continue to practice social distancing, washing your hands and refraining from touching your face.
• This item is Final Sale

Never before as a global community have we realized that we are all connected through this pandemic.  They are times such as these that we need to pull together and support one another. Let's do our part and stay safe for our community by wearing a face mask while in public settings. 

• For every mask purchased, Ubuntu Life will give a mask to members of our community in Kenya.
• We are creating non-medical grade face masks to help protect our community from the spread of COVID_19. These masks are reusable, washable & designed for comfort from repurposed materials from our production line. 
• One size fits all (9.5cm x 21cm) with tie closure. 
• Tie closure offers the most comfort & adaptability. Allowing you to secure your mask and adjust to your face. Comfort is key & these are the most comfortable for all-day wear!
• 100% Polyester 
• Sublimation printed Kuba cloth design 
• Our goals are to provide our global community with reliable and safe masks while keeping our Maker Mums employed and empowered.
• We recommend washing your mask before the first wear & after each time-worn in public. 
• Handmade by our Maker Mums in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• *Please understand that this mask is not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19. Please continue to practice social distancing, washing your hands and refraining from touching your face.
• This item is Final Sale

Never before as a global community have we realized that we are all connected through this pandemic.  They are times such as these that we need to pull together and support one another. Let's do our part and stay safe for our community by wearing a face mask while in public settings. 

• For every mask purchased, Ubuntu Life will give a mask to members of our community in Kenya.
• We are creating non-medical grade face masks to help protect our community from the spread of COVID_19. These masks are reusable, washable & designed for comfort from repurposed materials from our production line. 
• One size fits all (9.5cm x 21cm) with tie closure. 
• Tie closure offers the most comfort & adaptability. Allowing you to secure your mask and adjust to your face. Comfort is key & these are the most comfortable for all-day wear!
• 100% Polyester 
• Sublimation printed Kuba cloth design 
• Our goals are to provide our global community with reliable and safe masks while keeping our Maker Mums employed and empowered.
• We recommend washing your mask before the first wear & after each time-worn in public. 
• Handmade by our Maker Mums in Maai Mahiu, Kenya
• *Please understand that this mask is not a replacement for medical-grade Personal Protective Equipment, and is not intended to replace other recommended measures to stop the community spread of COVID-19. Please continue to practice social distancing, washing your hands and refraining from touching your face.
• This item is Final Sale

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba Cloth bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working at Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working in Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. The leather straps fit comfortably over your shoulder, making it easy to transition from Summer to Fall. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working at Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.

Stand out in a crowd! Make this your brightest summer ever with our Neon Collection of bracelets, bags, pouches, and shoes!

Say hello to your new everyday bag! The Go-To tote is perfect for heading out to work or for a weekend stroll to the farmers market. You will make your entrance into any room with our bold, hand screen printed Kuba print. 

The inspiration of our Kuba bag collection is to take a historical print & give it new life through the beautiful people working in Ubuntu Life. Kuba cloth is a unique textile from the Democratic Republic of the Congo known for its elaborate & complex design. We are proud to showcase this historical pattern using a modern approach while each step is done by hand. 

• 100% Natural cotton canvas
• Hand screen printed Kuba Cloth pattern
• Lead-free water-based inks used for silk screen printing
• Magnetic button closure
• Internal zipper pocket with YKK zipper closure to secure smaller essential items
• All leather straps & trims are sourced from one of Kenya's finest & oldest tanneries
• The roomy main compartment comfortably fits your notebook, 13" laptop & water bottle, or your weekend farmer’s market haul! 
• A symbolic 36° diagonal stitch which represents our factory location in Kenya is located on the front
• Hand beaded tab made by our Maasai Maker Mums
• Every product supports meaningful, full-time employment in Kenya 
• Please note - Each Kuba Cloth pattern varies in each product due to the handmade nature - they are uniquely different JUST LIKE YOU!
• 17" H X 13" W  +  9" strap drop

Care instructions:

To spot treat, wet the Wash & Stain Bar and gently work into the stained area(s). Remove soap and dirt with a wet Lint-Free Cleaning Cloth—be sure to remove all soap. Dampen the cloth as needed, and repeat the process until satisfied.

If necessary, gently wipe your print with a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with water. Never use chemicals to clean your print. When doing so ensure that all leather parts are carefully protected from water.