Urban Africa
Urban Africa import fairly traded handmade goods which are functional and unique in concept.
Urban Africa supports local artists in South Africa and other African countries which in turn creates sustainability.
Ethical Policy
Urban Africa's Responsibility
As South Africans we also have a responsibility to ensure that we give something back to the community that gave us so much. And that is why Urban Africa supports local communities and charities by donating part of its profits straight back into the country. So your purchase plays a big part in making that happen.
South Africa has the highest level of HIV/AIDS suffers in all of sub-Saharan Africa. Most still have to overcome extreme adversity and discrimination. There are thousands of children who have already been left orphaned by HIV/AIDS and face an unknown, insecure future. For those still living with HIV/AIDS the creations of beautiful works of arts and crafts instills in them a sense of purpose, satisfaction and dignity. It also enables them to provide for their families and in some cases is their main source of much needed income.
Urban Africa has formed alliances with HIV/AIDS community crafts and income generation projects, like Missionvale Care Centre and The Topsy Foundation, amongst others. These projects are critical to helping those living with HIV/AIDS to attain a sustainable income. Our goal is to support these artisans and is based on the principles of fair trade.
To date we are not subscribed to any fair trade organisation...yet (watch this space). At Urban Africa around 80% of our products are bought from small producers, mainly in South Africa, many of whom work on their own or with a small team and share the profits between them. We pay for products up front. Urban Africa's primary objective is to provide artists and crafters with a regular & sustainable trade.
Social Networks
Urban Africa is listed in the following categories
House & Home / ProductsRecycling & Reuse / Recycled Goods
Clothing & Fashion / Children and babies clothes
Books & Print / Books
