Hiliki

€47,50

When the cardamom plant, Hiliki in Swahilli, is ripe, the flower opens to reveal the cardamom seads. The shape of the cardamom flower is skillfully handcarved on the wooden tops of these jars.

Female empowerment

We believe in gender equality and female empowerment. 60% of the Chako artisans are female. Furthermore we focus on unemployed youth and create knowledge.

Upcycled

This product is made out of one bottle from the more than 2 million bottles we collect in one year in Zanzibar.

Fair Trade

Since 2018 Chako is a proudly guaranteed member of World Fair Trade Organisation. This includes that we follow and underline the 10 fair trade rules:

1. Create Opportunities for Economically Disadvantaged Producers

2. Transparency and Accountability

3. Fair Trading Practices

4. Payment of a Fair Price

5. Ensuring no Child Labour and Forced Labour

6. Commitment to Non-Discrimination, Gender Equality, Freedom of Association

7. Ensuring Good Working Conditions

8. Providing Capacity Building

9. Promoting Fair Trade

10. Respect for the Environment