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Mask protects Ugandan from health problems caused by air pollution

In Kampala, Uganda, there are more than 300.000 boda bodas – local motorcycle taxis. Every day they move around in traffic. At the same time, Kampala is one of Africa’s most polluted cities. KampalAIR wants to address the air pollution and combat health issues – with affordable and reusable air pollution masks. 90 minutes biking … Continue reading Mask protects Ugandan from health problems caused by air pollution

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With love from Nairobi

In July 2015, together with Angelica Motagnini, I researched the status quo of sustainable fashion. Change within the vested fashion industry is complicated, comes slowely and more transparent supply chains are most needed. Recently, in a quest of mapping sustainable brands around the world, I found an example of a beautiful, ethical fashion company based in Nairobi, Kenya: Njema Helena is providing a great opportunity for consumers to vote differently with their money and push fashion in a right direction. 

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Cecilia, co-founder of Njema Helena and ‘my’ dress.

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