Our Impact
Transforming Waste into Opportunity
At AfriCraft, sustainability is more than a process, it’s a purpose. Since our founding, we’ve committed to turning what others throw away into something truly valuable, for our environment, our people, and our future. Every product and every project tells a story; not just of recycled materials, but of the humans behind the products, handcrafting everything meticulously to improve their own livelihood and in turn benefits the environment.
We are a fair-trade organization a social enterprise focused on recycled and natural handcrafts. – “AfriCraft is a WFTO-certified fair-trade social enterprise based in Tanzania, dedicated to transforming recycled and natural materials into meaningful handcrafted products. We operate with a dual purpose: as a commercially agile artisan brand offering ethically made goods for global markets, and as a grassroots catalyst for community development. Our impact extends beyond the workshop – creating dignified jobs, supporting youth and women from marginalized communities, and driving environmental education through our NGO-led initiatives. Every AfriCraft product is a reflection of our commitment to sustainability, cultural preservation, and inclusive economic empowerment where creativity fuels both commerce and change.”
Our Journey
From 2004, What began as a small workshop with a handful of artisans and a passion for recycling has grown into a vibrant, socially conscious business and nonprofit ecosystem. From discarded paper to plastic waste, our raw materials come from the streets, homes, and offices of Tanzania, and are given new life by skilled hands.
Today, AfriCraft Ltd and our sister AfriCraft NGO work together to build a circular economy that is inclusive, local, and regenerative. We’ve diverted tons of waste from landfills and created fair employment for dozens of artisans, many of whom have overcome incredible odds.
We have also created projects that further surpass our core function. From transforming reproductive health for your girls through Binti project to enabling access to transportation for kids in rural areas with AfriBike.
Though our journey is just beginning, the impact we’ve made is already transforming lives and reshaping our community.
Our Journey From Waste to Worth, From Local Roots to Global Impact
What began in 2004 as a modest workshop fueled by passion for recycling and social equity has since evolved into one of Tanzania’s pioneering dual-impact enterprises: AfriCraft Ltd and the AfriCraft NGO. United by a common vision, we have built a circular ecosystem where discarded materials are transformed into purpose-driven designs and where communities grow through opportunity and not aid.
From glass bottles and paper scraps to plastic, metal, and wood offcuts, our raw materials are salvaged from Tanzanian streets, homes, offices, and landscapes. Each product tells a story of sustainability, resilience, and the skilled hands of local artisans who shape waste into beauty. Today, over a dozen tradecraft zones power our production, preserving heritage skills and uplifting marginalized communities through dignified, fair employment.
But our mission reaches far beyond the workshop.
Through AfriCraft NGO, we’ve expanded our impact into the social fabric of Tanzanian life – supporting schoolgirls with menstrual health education through the Binti Project, providing bicycles to rural students via AfriBike, supporting schools in sustainable architecture through Tiny Houses, and catalyzing local climate action with waste management campaigns like Coco Beach Cleanup and Lake Natron Glass Bank.
As a proud member of the World Fair Trade Organization, our work is not just about products ; it’s about building a just, regenerative economy. One where environmental stewardship and community empowerment are embedded into every craft, every sale, and every story we share with the world.
Our Milestones
Beyond Products Building self-reliance with creativity
We believe that true change starts with local ownership and global solidarity. That’s why every AfriCraft purchase funds both employment and environmental education.
Through creative recycling & upcycling, we foster more than sustainability, we build dignity, confidence, and self-reliance. Our work empowers individuals from vulnerable backgrounds to build meaningful livelihoods using the power of their own hands and creativity. every AfriCraft purchase funds both employment and environmental education.
Meet Our Artisans
Behind every handcrafted piece is a person with resilience, creativity, and pride. Our artisans aren’t just employees — they’re partners in change.
Nasibu Waziri
Tailoring
Nasibu Waziri is a master tailor at Africraft whose skilled hands transform fabric into timeless pieces. With a passion for precision and creativity, Nasibu blends traditional African tailoring techniques with modern designs, bringing each stitch to life with purpose and pride. His work not only reflects craftsmanship but also tells the story of heritage, resilience, and innovation.
Magdalena Komba
Paper Recycling
Magdalena Komba plays a vital role in Africraft’s mission of sustainability through her dedication to paper recycling. With keen attention to detail and a deep respect for the environment, she transforms discarded paper into beautiful, handcrafted products. Magdalena’s work is a testament to how waste can be turned into art—preserving nature while creating meaningful change.
Daniel Kilima
Wood Upcycling
Danford Kilimila is Africraft’s creative force behind wood upcycling. With a deep respect for nature and a sharp eye for potential, he breathes new life into discarded wood, transforming it into stunning, functional art. Danford’s craftsmanship celebrates sustainability, turning what was once waste into valuable pieces that carry both purpose and story.
Daniel Daudi
Glass Processing
Daniel Daudi is the artisan behind Africraft’s glass processing work, turning broken and discarded glass into beautiful, eco-friendly creations. With precision and care, Daniel reshapes fragments into functional art, reflecting both creativity and environmental responsibility. His work not only gives glass a second life but also inspires a vision of sustainability through craftsmanship.
Join the Movement
Whether you’re a conscious shopper, a sustainable organization, an educator, an NGO, or a design partner, there’s a place for you in our story.