Since Kenya’s 2017 ban on plastic bags, reusable khaki bags made of woven fabric have emerged as one of the legal and eco-friendly alternatives. At Ngong Road Children Foundation (NRCF), small business management and apprenticeship alumni had an opportunity to learn how to make these bags, gaining practical skills and a pathway to entrepreneurship.
The training focused on hands-on skills, including designing and sewing reusable bags in different sizes and styles. This equipped the participants with the ability to meet customers’ needs and market demands while also promoting self-employment and environmental sustainability.
Through teamwork and collaboration, our alumni successfully completed more bags in less time under the guidance of their teacher. These khaki bags are now ready to be used for gift packaging, grocery shopping, and other practical purposes.
We are grateful for the support of alumni employment programs that enable us to equip them with the necessary skills needed to promote employment opportunities.