Rwandan Triangles Basket

ABOUT THE ARTISAN

Jyambere Mutegarugori

Jyambere Mutegarugori means "Women in Development" in Kinyarwandan, the official language of Rwanda. This group of women basket weavers is located in the western Rwandan village of Muramba, an area gravely affected by the genocide of 1994. Your purchase provides financial support to these women, many of whom are widows and the sole income earners for their families. Having a place to come together, support each other, and provide for their families has made a valuable impact on... Read more...