Sustainability
Sustainability in repurposing textile waste into finished product to add value to textiles. Reducing the environmental and social impact of fabric production and use
HISTORY OF TEXTILE
The Textiles industry has been one of the most promising sector in Ghana’s economy and creating a brand image for Ghana on the international market.
Kente, being the most globally recognised fabric to be attributed to Ghana.
In October 25, Ghana’s Kente formally earned global recognition and protection as Ghana registered it under the United Nations Geographical Indications.
Products Made from Waste Fabric
In 2026, fabric upcycling has evolved from a hobbyist craft into a core pillar of the circular fashion economy. Products made from waste fabric—whether from industrial deadstock or post-consumer scraps—offer a unique blend of high-end design and measurable environmental impact
Meet the Artisans
Behind every textile is a skilled artisan whose knowledge has been refined over generations. Fabric Atlas GH highlights weavers, dyers, printers, and designers, sharing their stories, techniques, and contributions to Ghana’s cultural legacy.
EWE KENTA FABRIC
This type of fabric originated from the Volta Region, attributed skill of the people of Agotime Kpotoe, “kete” as pronounce in ewe dialects.
They are two types of weaving techniques in ewe kete fabrics , the “vuse” which is mostly easy whiles the other is “Adanuvo” which is complicated and takes more time to complete. These woven fabrics are known for their striped and checked patterns in earthly tones
ASHANTI KENTE
Ashanti kente, originally known as the bonwire kente as its original ancestry traces and the hub for kente weavers in the ashanti region. Mostly known for its Vibrant colors which feature geometric patterns and adinkra symbols. These patterns often represents
proverbs, mythic, historical events and attributes of respected figures in society.
Most common of such names is fathia fata nkrumah design
THE MYTH BEHIND FUGU AND BATAKARI FABRICS
Is a distinctive hand-woven traditional garment from the northern region of ghana. Batakari is made up of
flowing gown and trousers of varied fabrics. The style of garment made from fugu material.
Kente Cloth
Kente is Ghana’s most iconic textile, originating from the Ashanti and Ewe people. Handwoven on traditional looms, each Kente pattern and color carries symbolic meaning related to leadership, wisdom, unity, and prosperity.
Adinkra Fabric
Adinkra fabrics are known for their stamped symbols that convey philosophical messages, proverbs, and moral values. Originating from the Akan people, each symbol represents concepts such as strength, humility, endurance, or spirituality.
Wax Print
Wax prints are mostly used for ceremonial purposes and
often affiliated to prestige. Unlike fancy prints which
normally have contemporary designs to meet trends
and pop culture. Wax designs are classics designs which
are timeless and appreciated in terms of its attributes to
meanings and symbolic patterns