Designer Spotlight: Indego Africa
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Designer Spotlight: Indego Africa Indego Africa is the epitome of beautiful, rich in culture, stylish decor. If you have ever spotted one of their distinctive plateaus or handwoven bowls in…
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Sustainable Spring Living
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Adapting & Inspiring during Coronavirus
Adapting & Inspiring during Coronavirus As we settle into a “new normal”, we wanted to shine a spotlight on what this looks like for Ria Ana Sejpal, the founder of…
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Markets, Souks, Bazaars: How to Navigate This EthicallyWhat do we really know about the apparel and homeware products sold in markets across North and sub-Saharan Africa? Are the market sellers…
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Human Trafficking & Sexual Exploitation
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Hygiene & Sanitation
Hygiene & Sanitation Artisans and their families in rural villages will be grappling with issues that may seem alien to us in the comfort of our homes and offices (when…
Models Making a Difference Behind the Camera
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PLATFORM LDN X BLACK LIVES MATTER
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