TEXFAD is an organization that deals in production of handwoven textiles in Uganda. We produce handmade textiles and offer opportunities for work based non-formal skills training programs targeting youths and women. We transform waste banana pseudo stems and other waste materials into high quality sustainable textile products. ......read more.
To be a Centre of excellence in creating sustainable handmade textiles.
To utilize sustainable materials for creating high quality handmade textiles
Uganda is one of the world’s largest banana producer and a world leader in banana consumption. After the harvest, banana stems are usually discarded as waste.
TEXFAD has developed technologies for banana fiber extraction and application into production of high quality banana fiber...read more
Banana waste stems for extraction of banana fiber
Drying banana fibers
Banana fiber lampshades
Banana Fiber eye glasses cover
Assortment of banana fiber handicrafts
Banana Fiber handspun yarn
Banana Fiber hand spun yarn
Banana fiber
Handspun cotton yarns
Banana Fiber blended fabric (75% Banana 25% cotton)
Banana Fiber blended fabric (75% Banana 25% cotton)
100% Handwoven Cotton fabric
Handwoven Kitenge Fabric (100% Cotton)
Bath mats (100% cotton)
Bedside rugs (100%Cotton)
Centre rug (Tshirt offcut)
Centre Rug (Kitenge Mix)
