Indego Africa Bolga Basket

Because it is made from natural elephant swamp grass, you can simply wipe it down with a damp cloth if it gets dusty. Avoid submerging it in water, but if the basket loses its shape over time, you can lightly mist it with water, reshape it with your hands, and let it air dry.

While it is incredibly resilient, this is a mini-sized basket designed for small essentials like keys, trinkets, or light floral arrangements. It is not intended for heavy loads or sharp objects that might snag the woven fibers.

Each basket is handcrafted by artisans in Ghana, so slight variations in size, shape, and color are expected and part of its unique character. You can expect the dimensions to be approximately 4 inches wide and 6.5 inches high, but minor differences are normal.

Yes, its compact size and natural aesthetic make it a popular choice for flower girls. The 3.5-inch handle drop is scaled appropriately for smaller hands to carry comfortably.

Indego Africa partners directly with artisan cooperatives in Ghana, ensuring fair wages for the weavers. A portion of the profits from your purchase is also invested into education and business training programs for these women and their communities.