Rita Addo Zakour

Rita Addo Zakour wood carvings and beaded jewelry

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"Since I began working with you, I've become a proud artisan. You have helped me grow and improve my designs and their quality. My design skills have evolved and I'm able to bring most of my ideas to life.

"It wasn't easy at the beginning. I might have a great idea for creating a new design but I didn't have enough money to bring it to reality. But thanks to Novica's interest-free micro-credit loans, I can now implement what ever creative idea I have. I no longer depend only on the local market, since you help bring my art to the doorstep of the world.

"I use to worry when we had less tourism here and how to reach them to sell my masks, jewelry and decor objects, but now I'm worry free because of you. I still work from my home where I started, but I now have better tools to help my work improve. I'm also able to train other and give them work when I have more orders. Thanks to your purchases, my children have completed their university studies and and two of them are yet to complete their vocational skill course.

"I appreciate every little comment I get from you because these comments keep me improving. I love you all and am grateful.

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Latest Update

"Since I began working with you, I've become a proud artisan. You have helped me grow and improve my designs and their quality. My design skills have evolved and I'm able to bring most of my ideas to life.

"It wasn't easy at the beginning. I might have a great idea for creating a new design but I didn't have enough money to bring it to reality. But thanks to Novica's interest-free micro-credit loans, I can now implement what ever creative idea I have. I no longer depend only on the local market, since you help bring my art to the doorstep of the world.

"I use to worry when we had less tourism here and how to reach them to sell my masks, jewelry and decor objects, but now I'm worry free because of you. I still work from my home where I started, but I now have better tools to help my work improve. I'm also able to train other and give them work when I have more orders. Thanks to your purchases, my children have completed their university studies and and two of them are yet to complete their vocational skill course.

"I appreciate every little comment I get from you because these comments keep me improving. I love you all and am grateful.

Africa Artisan Empowerment Hub

The traditional arts are a vibrant aspect of everyday life in West Africa. From richly intricate handwoven kente cloth fabrics, to intricately colorful beaded arts, ceremonial masks, and exquisite jewelry, to traditional throne-stools hand-carved for customers by the Ashanti king's actual chief carver, artisans proudly offer their region's finest handmade works of art.

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Maker BadgeEnabling Education

Rita has three children. Two of them are currently in the university and one studies in a vocational school.

Maker BadgeEmpowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Maker BadgeMicrocredit Financing

Rita Addo Zakour has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $2050. Proceeds were used to purchase raw materials such as wood and paints.

Maker BadgePreserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Maker BadgeProfound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Maker BadgeMoving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Maker BadgeCovering Basic Needs

This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Purple and Orange Sese Wood Dangle Earrings 'Summer Rain'

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Ornate Hand Carved African Mask with Embossed Brass 'Peace Be Unto You'

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Youngki Fantastic and beautiful product. Well packed with a great delivery time. I would highly recommend and would definitely purchase from again from her in the future.

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Hand Crafted Ivory Coast Mask 'Dan Beauty'

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Matthew This is a beautiful piece of are that I proudly display on my wallLove the colors and attention to detail

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Hand Made African Wood Mask 'Akan Beauty'

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Bilal This is something I’ll pass on to my grandchildren. The paternal line in my family traces back to the Akan people of Ghana. The mask is perfect!

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Red Agate and Wood Beaded Earrings Artisan Crafted Jewelry 'Stay with Me'

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Candice Love these earrings! Absolutely stunning. Excellent craftsmanship!

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Blue Beaded Stretch Bracelet with Recycled Glass and Wood 'Accra Blue'

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Sue Substantial piece! Like wearing a beautiful sea glass bracelet. So happy to have in my collection! TY Rita Dakota for this beautiful creation!

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African wood mask 'Kokobene Luck'

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Hand Crafted Recycled Plastic Beaded Stretch Bracelet 'Rustic Glory'

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Hand Crafted Red Recycled Plastic Dangle Earrings from Ghana 'Mystical Red'

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September 25, 2023

G Gwendolyn

I am thankful to you for making this beautiful necklace with its calmingand elegant colors. I applaud your imagination and dedication to making these fine necklaces and I wish you much financial success as well. Brava! Gwendolyn Marie - USA

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