Bringing examples of success to Sub-Sahara Africa, people in South Africa are in need of opportunity to anchor the region into financial and fiscal security. Our producers here are entrepreneurs who work with women to teach them skill sets for improving income for their families.

made from horn by Sapphire Dawn, a South African business lead by native designer who believes in teaching women skill sets for life.

This 3 inch tall "Ukhamba" or beer basket is a bulb-shaped basket with a lid traditionally used to store the local brew.

We love these creatures! Made from steel wire and long thin strips of old cans, this giraffe would brighten up any room. The giraffe stands about 15 inches tall.

This bowl is made in South Africa from recycled telephone wire. This example features a black and white swirl.

Fun to wear, these telephone wire bangles are made in a variety of colors and designs.

These 3 inch angels, made from recycled cold drink cans, are made by Zulu school children as an extra-mural activity. These students live in an area of Northern Zululand where the AIDS epidemic is very high, and are themselves orphans who have been left destitute.

Using the design of the traditional Nbele dolls, this nativity set is handmade in Zululand - South Africa. The largest pieces are approximately 6 inches tall.