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Die Unternehmenskultur ist der Schlüssel für Gleichberechtigung am Arbeitsplatz
In den letzten drei Jahren haben wir gesehen, dass das Vertrauen und der Respekt der Gemeinschaft neben der wirtschaftlichen Sicherheit wächst. 60 % der Frauen in unserer Rohstoffproduktion und -aufbereitung sowie unserer Angestellten sind Frauen.
Semhal Guesh at the Innatex trade fair in Germany
In addition to the classic clothing sector, numerous other textiles such as accessories, home textiles, fabrics, toys and much more from the fair fashion sector will be exhibited. Accordingly, INNATEX offers time for an intensive exchange and good conversation between traders.
ENZI - the roots and beginnings of the name and the logo
We strive to give meaning to everything we do at ENZI. Our name and logo are a good example. A few years before we moved to Ethiopia, we decided on the company name ENZI. ENZI co-founder Jawad Braye grew up with me in Kenya. So it's no wonder that we chose the Swahili language for our brand.
Stories about ENZI
ENZI - the roots and beginnings of the name and the logo
We strive to give meaning to everything we do at ENZI. Our name and logo are a good example. A few years before we moved to Ethiopia, we decided on the company name ENZI. ENZI co-founder Jawad Braye grew up with me in Kenya. So it's no wonder that we chose the Swahili language for our brand.
Corona in Ethiopia - How ENZI manages the crisis
“Social distancing is a privilege. It means you live in a house large enough to practice it. Washing your hands is a privilege too. It means you have access to running water. Hand sanitizers are a privilege. It means you have the money to buy them.”
Ethiopian leather and Ethical Consumption?! An Important Discussion of the Topic
In this blog article, ENZI faces up to the ethics behind their product. It's about animal welfare, poverty, opportunity and considering other circumstances.
ENZI FOOTWEAR
Stories about Kabana
Semhal Guesh at the Innatex trade fair in Germany
In addition to the classic clothing sector, numerous other textiles such as accessories, home textiles, fabrics, toys and much more from the fair fashion sector will be exhibited. Accordingly, INNATEX offers time for an intensive exchange and good conversation between traders.
How and why Fast Fashion is Destroying Handicraft in Ethiopia
However, fast fashion leaves a significant environmental footprint, both from production and disposal. A study by the Ellen Macarthur Foundation revealed that an equivalent of one garbage truck of textiles is burnt or buried in landfill every second.
Our Environment, Our Responsibility - Kabana's Measures Due to the Climate Crisis
The need to preserve the environment has become very important now more than ever. Like all countries across the world, Ethiopia is experiencing the adverse effects of climate change as a result of poor environmental management.
KABANA BAGS
In Ethiopia, every family is male-dominated, and sons are given more chances than daughters.
As a young female entrepreneur, I aim to be a role model for many young women to follow my footsteps.
Stories about Shimena
Die Unternehmenskultur ist der Schlüssel für Gleichberechtigung am Arbeitsplatz
In den letzten drei Jahren haben wir gesehen, dass das Vertrauen und der Respekt der Gemeinschaft neben der wirtschaftlichen Sicherheit wächst. 60 % der Frauen in unserer Rohstoffproduktion und -aufbereitung sowie unserer Angestellten sind Frauen.
Ethiopian tradition of handloom art passed down from generation to generation
The methods of making Shimena textiles have been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years. The culture of hand weaving in Ethiopia was spread throughout the country both during and after the reign of Emperor Menelik (1890s).
All Natural - How Shimena Dyes its Cotton Yarn
The concept of ‘Natural Dyes’ is by no means a new one and refers to all the dyes derived from the natural sources.
Ethiopia has a long tradition of using natural sources for textile coloration, and Shimena wants to maintain and develop this ancient knowledge.
SHIMENA ACCESSOIRES
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Die Unternehmenskultur ist der Schlüssel für Gleichberechtigung am Arbeitsplatz
In den letzten drei Jahren haben wir gesehen, dass das Vertrauen und der Respekt der Gemeinschaft neben der wirtschaftlichen Sicherheit wächst. 60 % der Frauen in unserer Rohstoffproduktion und -aufbereitung sowie unserer Angestellten sind Frauen.
Semhal Guesh at the Innatex trade fair in Germany
In addition to the classic clothing sector, numerous other textiles such as accessories, home textiles, fabrics, toys and much more from the fair fashion sector will be exhibited. Accordingly, INNATEX offers time for an intensive exchange and good conversation between traders.
ENZI - the roots and beginnings of the name and the logo
We strive to give meaning to everything we do at ENZI. Our name and logo are a good example. A few years before we moved to Ethiopia, we decided on the company name ENZI. ENZI co-founder Jawad Braye grew up with me in Kenya. So it's no wonder that we chose the Swahili language for our brand.
Ethiopian tradition of handloom art passed down from generation to generation
The methods of making Shimena textiles have been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years. The culture of hand weaving in Ethiopia was spread throughout the country both during and after the reign of Emperor Menelik (1890s).
How and why Fast Fashion is Destroying Handicraft in Ethiopia
However, fast fashion leaves a significant environmental footprint, both from production and disposal. A study by the Ellen Macarthur Foundation revealed that an equivalent of one garbage truck of textiles is burnt or buried in landfill every second.
Corona in Ethiopia - How ENZI manages the crisis
“Social distancing is a privilege. It means you live in a house large enough to practice it. Washing your hands is a privilege too. It means you have access to running water. Hand sanitizers are a privilege. It means you have the money to buy them.”
All Natural - How Shimena Dyes its Cotton Yarn
The concept of ‘Natural Dyes’ is by no means a new one and refers to all the dyes derived from the natural sources.
Ethiopia has a long tradition of using natural sources for textile coloration, and Shimena wants to maintain and develop this ancient knowledge.
Our Environment, Our Responsibility - Kabana's Measures Due to the Climate Crisis
The need to preserve the environment has become very important now more than ever. Like all countries across the world, Ethiopia is experiencing the adverse effects of climate change as a result of poor environmental management.
Ethiopian leather and Ethical Consumption?! An Important Discussion of the Topic
In this blog article, ENZI faces up to the ethics behind their product. It's about animal welfare, poverty, opportunity and considering other circumstances.
I Made Your Hat - The Story of the Crochet Hat Maker Shake Shanafe
Every piece of clothing we buy has a story that connects to our own history as soon as we see and wear it for the first time. The stories that happen afterwards we know or they are not written yet, but what about the story before? And by whom was it written?
Recycling the Kabana Style - How Kabana Unites Fashion and Sustainability
This product line is inspired by the need to reduce landfill, creating a more sustainable environment. Instead of making sandals the traditional way through sourcing materials and colors, we decided to use leather cut-offs left over from making bags.
ENZI’s Spring Summer Release 2022 - New Shoes Telling New Stories
It’s taken over 10 years, but we stayed true to our convictions along the way. We are very excited to share our latest collection that has classic ENZI elements and some new concepts as well.
Shimena Shows Us How They Make Their Textiles and Introduces Their New Collection
Each product of the collection is made in this workshop in Abra Minch. As you can see in the video, the artisans of Shimena use traditional instruments and tools in the winding, spinning and weaving processes.
Ethiopian Colors for the Summer - The New Collection 2021
Our brightly colored collection is inspired by summer colors, particularly the beautiful bright colors of different Ethiopian cultural attire that inspire happiness and hope. We bring you colors like light cognac, burgundy, and light whisky!
Resilience and Determination to Grow a Business in a Global Pandemic
With support from the Mastercard Foundation, we purchased basic textile machines, repurposed the existing machines, and trained staff to make textile products.