Wangari Muta Maathai | The essential unisex 100% cotton t-shirt

A face etched into bark, a thought drawn with fidelity. Afi Kodjobi Tchoukpa pays tribute to Wangari Maathai through a drawing that evokes her portrait carved into tree bark: her image symbolically blends with the material she dedicated her life to protecting.

Sensitive to her wish not to have a single extra tree cut down to make her coffin, the artist conveys this commitment to her convictions in her drawing. The bark becomes the language of this tribute, a link between Wangari and the trees she defended.

On this t-shirt, the design accompanies your daily life and carries the memory of "Mama Miti," the mother of trees. A meeting point between artistic creation, activism, and respect for living things.

A creation by artist Afi Kodjobi Tchoukpa

Material: 100% cotton - STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certified.

Fit: Regular / Fabric weight: 170 g/m²

THE AFRO-FEMINIST AND ECOLOGIST ACTIVIST

WANGARI MUTA MAATHAI (1940-2011) - KENYA

Wangari Muta Maathai, an eminent Kenyan afro-feminist and ecological activist, embodies the perfect fusion of social activism and nature conservation. Nicknamed Mama Miti (the mother of trees), she left an indelible mark on history by founding the "Green Belt" movement in Kenya. This innovative movement planted millions of trees, thereby creating a natural barrier against deforestation while simultaneously promoting peace.

A pioneer of environmental awareness in Africa, Maathai reached a remarkable milestone by becoming the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004. This international distinction highlights her exceptional commitment to environmental protection, social justice, and gender equality.

The legacy left by Wangari Muta Maathai transcends national borders and remains a vibrant call to action. Her relentless advocacy for justice, equality, and the protection of our planet resonates as an urgent reminder in a world facing growing environmental challenges. Her journey inspires future generations to actively engage in nature conservation and to fight for a more equitable world.

As the founder of the "Green Belt" movement, Maathai demonstrated that the union of ecological and social concerns is essential for building a sustainable future. Her influence persists beyond her lifetime, stimulating positive and lasting actions within global society. Wangari Muta Maathai remains an iconic figure, reminding everyone of the shared responsibility to preserve our planet and to create a world where peace and equity are intrinsic to our existence.

A creation by the artist Afi Kodjobi Tchoukpa

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