Ethical Handmade Jewelry from Malawi

Discover beautiful, responsibly made jewelry from talented Malawian artisans and traditional craftspeople.

YEWO

Brand
(4.5) - 30 reviews

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A social enterprise based in Northern Malawi that creates handmade jewelry. They use certified recycled and conflict-free 14k gold, as well as satin brass and Japanese glass beads. They are dedicated to providing stable employment and benefits to their artisans. Their workshop runs entirely on renewable energy, and they plant trees annually to support reforestation. A portion of their proceeds supports an education fund for two primary school teachers and provides scholarships.

Materials
Recycled and conflict-free 14k gold, satin brass, Japanese glass beads.
Artisan Focus
Handcrafted by a team of skilled artisans in Northern Malawi.
Ethical Certification
Offers dignified employment and benefits, including paid days off and a pension savings program. Their workshop is plastic-free.
Site Features
Focuses on both social and environmental sustainability.
Address
Livingstonia and Lilongwe, Malawi.
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Armando Ferreira Gemstones

Individual Studio
(4.4) - 10 reviews

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Based in Blantyre, Malawi, this company sources gemstones ethically from "peaceful areas" to promote fair trade. They have expanded to a new company, "The Gem & The Jeweller," which focuses on handmade jewelry and responsible artisanal mining.

Materials
Precious stones and metals, including sapphires, gold, and silver.
Artisan Focus
Works with artisanal miners and supports local artisans.
Ethical Certification
Promotes fair trade and responsible mining practices.
Site Features
Offers custom-made jewelry and gemstone appraisal services.
Address
Blantyre, Malawi.
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Mayamiko

Marketplace
(4.6) - 20 reviews

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This project trains Malawian women to make jewelry from confiscated snare wire, which helps to save wildlife and provides a sustainable income source for the artisans. The profits from every bracelet and pair of earrings sold go directly to sustaining the makers' income and training more women.

Materials
Confiscated snare wire from national parks.
Artisan Focus
Trains and empowers local women in communities near national parks.
Ethical Certification
Ethical fashion with a strong social and environmental mission.
Site Features
Supports a project that fights wildlife crime in Malawi.
Address
Lilongwe, Malawi (jewellery can be purchased at the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre).
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Zeal Living

Marketplace
(4.2) - 15 reviews

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An online marketplace that features a collection of "Malawian Jewelry". While a broad marketplace, it provides a curated selection of products with ties to Malawi.

Materials
Varies by item; includes natural materials and handcrafted components.
Artisan Focus
Supports various artisans and brands from Malawi and other African countries.
Ethical Certification
Aims to source products ethically.
Site Features
A curated online collection of goods with a focus on African craftsmanship.
Address
Online marketplace.
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