Searching for the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season? Shanga, a social enterprise located on the grounds of Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge, offers unique and high-quality handmade gifts for any age. From beaded jewellery to handblown glassware to homeware incorporating recycled materials, the uplifting local community project employs local Tanzanians with disabilities to create incredible one-of-kind items.

For adults, choose from handmade beaded necklaces, handcrafted Dar tie necklaces, hand-blown wine and beer glasses, handwoven scarves, handwoven blankets, beaded cutlery, handcrafted table mats and napkin sets, handsewn pillowcases, recycled bottlecap picture frames and animal bottle stoppers/openers.

For children, there are handmade tunic dresses, glass-blown animals, and handcrafted stuffed elephants. Stocking stuffers include hand decorated animal pencils and handmade star, angel, and other Christmas ornaments.

Profits from sales of the products are reinvested into developing opportunities to employ more people with disabilities. The local shop can arrange online orders and international shipping of Shanga’s handmade products for holiday gifts. To find out more about how to place an order, visit www.shanga.org or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..