Reforming Africa one plastic bag at a time - the story of Faith Aweko
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Having grown up in a Kampala suburb prone to flooding, Faith Aweko figured out that plastic bags were a significant contributor to drainage blockage and set out to do something about it. She founded a social enterprise organization - Reform Africa - that turns plastic bags into beautiful, waterproof accessories such as handbags and earrings, among others. She sits with Last Drop Africa to discuss her entrepreneurial journey, product portfolio, and impact on her community.
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