The First Sweet Salone Container shipment

20.02.21

Aurora has now shipped its first full container, full of Sweet Salone products, all handmade in Sierra Leone. It is a major milestone for Aurora and the artisans we work with. We look forward to seeing the outcome and continuing on the same path to support artisanal production, employment enhancement, and growth of individuals and communities, as well as Sierra Leonean export.

 

        

 

Guðbjörg from KerRvk is here!

Guðbjörg from KerRvk is here!

The center busses with life everyday, and the humor and happiness in the air are very tangible. Guðbjörg is here! Guðbjörg Káradóttir is the founder of Ker, a brand based in Reykjavik Iceland. All items by Ker are designed and handmade on the wheel with passion and...

Equipping the youth of Sierra Leone for the age of digitization

Equipping the youth of Sierra Leone for the age of digitization

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The Power of Photography

The Power of Photography

Hickmatu is a young inspiring Sierra Leonean photographer, we got to know Hickmatu when she joined Aurora Impact's 3rd Cohort back in 2020. We have kept a close eye on her since then, and it has been inspiring to say the least, to see the beauty she has created whilst...