Hadithi, meaning “story” in Swahili, reflects the unique narrative behind each handcrafted basket. Specialising in beautifully woven natural sisal baskets, Hadithi works with over 1,840 female artisans in the Kasigau region of southeastern Kenya.
These artisans create stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces using traditional techniques, each carrying the heritage of the Tsavo area. By providing sustainable livelihoods in a semi-arid region where agriculture often fails, Hadithi helps artisans support their families while preserving their cultural traditions.
Every product sold tells a story of resilience, creativity, and positive change within the community.
Hadithi, meaning “story” in Swahili, reflects the unique narrative behind each handcrafted basket. Specialising in beautifully woven natural sisal baskets, Hadithi works with over 1,840 female artisans in the Kasigau region of southeastern Kenya.
These artisans create stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces using traditional techniques, each carrying the heritage of the Tsavo area. By providing sustainable livelihoods in a semi-arid region where agriculture often fails, Hadithi helps artisans support their families while preserving their cultural traditions.
Every product sold tells a story of resilience, creativity, and positive change within the community.
Hadithi Basket Weavers create beautiful, handcrafted baskets using sisal fibers, which are either grown on their own farms or sourced from local estates in the coastal province. The process begins with extracting fibers from the sisal plant, which are then rolled into twine.
The Taita women of the Kasigau Weaver’s Group dye the fibers and roll the twine by hand. This labor-intensive art results in vibrant baskets featuring a variety of colors and patterns, each design uniquely reflecting their craftsmanship.
Hadithi Basket Weavers create beautiful, handcrafted baskets using sisal fibers, which are either grown on their own farms or sourced from local estates in the coastal province. The process begins with extracting fibers from the sisal plant, which are then rolled into twine.
The Taita women of the Kasigau Weaver’s Group dye the fibers and roll the twine by hand. This labor-intensive art results in vibrant baskets featuring a variety of colors and patterns, each design uniquely reflecting their craftsmanship.