Wear a Story. Empower a Woman

Discover beautiful handmade crafts from recycled African fabrics, each piece empowering the women who made it.

Handmade by women

Ethically Sourced 

100% Recycled Fabric

Sustainable Materials

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Accessories

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Bags

Discover all our African made Bags

Laptop Sleeves

Explore all the African Made Laptop sleeves

Dogs

Explore the best Africa made Dog products

Back Packs

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Toiletry Bags

Check out our Toiletry bags, African made

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About Made to Rise

Made to Rise was born from a dream: to show that fashion can transform lives. We believe every accessory can tell a story, carry a voice, and become a symbol of hope.

Our products are handcrafted by women in Uganda who, with talent, creativity, and dedication, transform recycled materials such as sugar or cement sacks, together with vibrant African fabrics like kitenge, into unique pieces full of life and meaning.

Each accessory represents more than just style: it reflects the resilience and strength of women striving for a dignified future. With every purchase, you directly support the projects of the NGO Women Rising for Africa, which promotes education, training, and economic independence for these women and their communities.

What our Customers Say

I love my recycled groceries bag i use it regularly and my kitgengie foldable bad for everyday little things.

Jaume 

 

 

I have purchased a headband with a matching crunchie it looks so good and i am very happy to have shopped with consciousness and with a  purpose.

Augustina 

I got a dog collar, a leash and a doggie bag holder  for my dog we both love it and even knowing its to support women in East Africa 

Carolina 

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