Aoua Keïta | Unisex eco-friendly hoodie

A drawing by artist Afi Kodjobi Tchoukpa

This United Souls creation pays tribute to Aoua Keïta, a Malian midwife, trade unionist, and anti-colonial activist. Her journey bridges the gap between the commitment to independence and the fight for women's place in public life. Wearing her name and this design means keeping the memory of a pioneer of African women's emancipation alive.

This unisex Aoua Keïta hoodie combines Afi Kodjobi Tchoukpa’s creation with a blend of organic cotton and recycled polyester. Its relaxed fit complements your everyday outfits, whether worn with jeans or under a jacket, giving a place to art and this collective memory.

Hoodie features

• 85% ring-spun combed organic cotton, 15% recycled polyester
• Relaxed fit
• Fabric weight: 8.3 oz/yd² (281.42 g/m²)
• Set-in sleeves

The fabric of this product is certified for its organic cotton content

*Sizes run larger on the European market. Customers in this region should order one size down.

PIONEER OF AFRICAN WOMEN’S EMANCIPATION

AOUA KEÏTA (1912-1980) - MALI

Born in Bamako in 1912, Aoua Keïta was a midwife, trade unionist, and anti-colonial activist. Through her work and political engagement, she mobilized women and defended their place in public life. A militant of the Sudanese Union – African Democratic Rally (US-RDA), she became the first woman elected as a deputy in her country in 1959. Her career links the fight for independence with that for women's emancipation. In her autobiography Femme d’Afrique (Woman of Africa), published in 1975, she recounts this experience. Having died in Bamako in 1980, she leaves behind a legacy of determination and collective engagement. Through this creation by Afi Kodjobi Tchoukpa, United Souls pays tribute to her memory.

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