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Fair trade business working directly with artisans in Africa since 1995. Formerly Swahili Modern. Shop our fair trade goods at http://www.africanmod.com.

Swahili African Modern works directly with artisans across Africa in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, South Africa, Ghana, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Senegal, bringing you a curated selection of handwoven baskets, gifts, home decor and accessories. As a member of the Fair Trade Federation, Swahili works to promote people-positive and environmentally sustainable trade between Africa and the world. Swahili focuses on modern product design, cooperatively developing items that are both stylish and functional. Swahili Moderns's African creations have been graciously featured in the New York Times, Vogue Living, InStyle, Shape, Real Simple, ELLE Decor, Country Living and Home & Decor Singapore magazines and on the Nate Berkus Show.

10/15/2026

Good food deserves good company, and a few beautiful details! Set the table with hand-carved olivewood serving pieces, woven bread baskets, colorful table runners, and charming napkin rings. Each piece is thoughtfully handcrafted by African artisans and brings something unique to meals shared with family and friends. And with the season of gathering just around the corner, these thoughtful, artisan-made pieces make wonderful gifts for your favorite hosts, too!

Shop our Sustainable Kitchen & Dining Collection: https://africanmod.com/collections/sustainable-kitchen-dining

09/30/2026

Our newest baskets from Kenya are handwoven by Turkana women using locally gathered doum palm, a tradition passed from mother to daughter for generations. Growing along the shores and waterways of Lake Turkana, doum palm is naturally suited to the region’s dry landscape and has long been an important part of everyday life there.
Each basket reflects the skill and artistry of its maker while providing meaningful income for the women who weave them. From the shores of Lake Turkana to your home, every basket carries with it the landscape, craftsmanship, and traditions of this remarkable region.

09/03/2026

A purr-fect addition for cat lovers.
Two new one-of-a-kind bronze cats have joined the collection, each handcrafted by artisans in Burkina Faso. One stretches high with an arched back and sweeping tail, while the other lounges lazily with a leg designed to drape over the edge of a shelf. Sculptural, playful, and full of personality, each is a singular piece for the cat lover who appreciates something a little unexpected.

08/26/2026

Handcrafted by the talented tailors of Magoso School in Nairobi’s Kibera neighborhood, these roomy overnighters pair bold African wax cloth with thoughtful details like beaded zipper pulls. Perfect for a weekend away or as a colorful carry-on. We’ve even road-tested them ourselves! Each fabric design is available in very limited quantities, so once they’re gone, they’re gone.

08/05/2026

✨ Restock Alert ✨

One of your favorites is back! Our Spiced Fig 6-Strand Zulugrass Bracelet Set has returned in a rich blend of warm burgundy, copper, red, orange, and deep espresso tones. Wear all six together for a bold layered look or mix and match them with your everyday favorites.

07/29/2026

Quirky, beautifully made, and impossible to duplicate. Our One-of-a-Kind Collection is filled with handcrafted treasures that deserve a closer look. Find the piece that speaks to you before someone else does!

07/15/2026

✨ Good news! Our colorful sisal pom-pom baskets just got marked down!

Handwoven by women artisans in Kenya, these cheerful baskets are as practical as they are fun. Use them to corral toys, blankets, craft supplies, plants, or everyday clutter while adding a playful pop of color to your space.

Available in pink, yellow, and black pom-poms—but only while supplies last! Shop your favorite before they’re gone.

07/09/2026

Bring beauty and function into everyday spaces with handwoven baskets from Senegal. From our newest blue triangles hamper to colorful nesting storage.

07/02/2026

It was so much fun photographing the crew while they modeled these colorful patchwork backpacks, handmade by Jorova Crafts in Kenya!

06/11/2026

With summer just around the corner, now is the perfect time to refresh your space with handcrafted pieces that tell a story. Shop our Summer Collection online at AfricanMod.com

Address

1400 S Bertelsen Road
Eugene, OR
97402

Telephone

+15416840688

Website

http://www.africanmod.com/

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