Sustainable Bags that give back.

At Zetu Africa we make fair trade bags with vibrant African prints and a durable canvas, ready for city streets or backcountry trails. Every bag sold funds a SeatPack, so you’re not just carrying your essentials, you’re helping a child get the tools they need to learn.

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Handmade with vibrant African prints on an eco-canvas. Pick your perfect style and help fund a SeatPack with every purchase.

Zetu Africa Change Maker bag bag in production

Why Choose Zetu Africa?

Our bags are made with purpose. Worn with pride.

Our bags are handmade by skilled artisans using bold African prints and a durable eco-canvas, merging cultural authenticity with everyday versatility. We champion fair trade practices and ethical craftsmanship, and every purchase funds a SeatPack, putting essential school supplies into the hands of children who need them most.

Handmade to last with high-quality materials
Fair-trade & ethically sourced production
Perfect for city streets, travel and backcountry adventures
Vibrant African-print designs
Traceable artisan stories and social impact

The Explorer.

For every journey with purpose.

Our mission.

At Zetu Africa, our mission is to make high-quality, fair-trade, eco-friendly bags that spark both style and social change. For every bag you purchase, we donate a SeatPack. A durable schoolbag that unfolds into a sturdy chair with a writing surface to use as a desk, so children everywhere have a comfortable place to learn.

seatpack in use
kids with seatpack bag packs. inspire education.

Our impact in numbers

35+

Schools supported through Seat Pack donations.

1,000+

Satisfied customers and a growing online community.

100%

Of Zetu Bags are made by artisans paid fair wages.

5+ years

designing culturally rooted bags, clothes and accessories.

What Our Customers Say.

I needed a bag that could take me from the office to after-work meetings without screaming ‘tech bro’ or ‘too casual.’ The Explorer feels premium but grounded. It holds my laptop, notebooks, and charger and still looks clean. The fact that it’s ethically made in Africa makes it even better. I’d honestly pay more knowing where the money goes

Jordan Smith

I try to only own buy things I genuinely use and value. My Minimalist bag ticks the boxes ethically sourced, well-made, simple, and doesn’t fall apart after 6 months like most high-street brands. I’d love an internal water bottle sleeve, but everything else is spot on. Will be buying another for my partner.

Taylor Johnson

I’ve never seen a bag that gets my aesthetic and my values so perfectly. The print gives it personality without being loud, and I love that it’s not mass-produced. Feels good to carry a piece of the continent with me that’s not just symbolic, it’s functional too!

Casey Williams

The design is fresh, and I get compliments all the time. But what matters most is the mission. Knowing my purchase helps another student like me is powerful. Please keep the prices affordable, though; I saved up for this!

Riley Brown

Finally, a brand that understands I want to look good and do good. The Dream Maker bag is a statement piece with sleek lines and strong colour contrasts, and everyone asks where it’s from. Love the transparency and the story behind each bag. Definitely coming back for gifts.

Morgan Davis

Durable, water-resistant, and professional enough for coworking spaces without looking stiff. It fits my laptop and tech gear neatly. Zetu’s customer service was fast and personal, which I appreciate as someone used to dealing with slow support. Shipped faster than I expected!

Cameron Miller

The Minimalist.

Simple. Versatile. Timeless.

a man in a green shirt wearing the black, blue and red Zetu minimalist bag,

The Change Maker.

Carry what matters.

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our bags and online store.

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If you have any other queries, feel free to reach out to us. Our knowledgeable team is here to help!

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