Agaseke: The Baskets That Brought Peace

Basketry, a craft passed down through generations, has preserved its original techniques and artistry. Women skillfully weave intricate geometric patterns into baskets, creating both decorative pieces and vessels for precious objects.

In Rwandan communities, basket weaving has traditionally been passed down from mothers to daughters. 


Urubohero, also known as peer learning centers, provided a space for young girls to gather, learn weaving techniques, and gain life skills.

Government and individual initiatives to establish weaving cooperatives brought together survivors and women whose husbands played a role in the genocide. These shared spaces fostered dialogue on life, health, and reconciliation, facilitating healing and understanding.