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Mandela African Hirbawi® Kufiya

32.00 incl. VAT

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Due to high demand and limited supply, there is a limit of 1 Kufiya per order. To ensure that more people can get the chance to own a Hirbawi®️ kufiya. We hope for your understanding.

Named after the world renowned South-African civil rights leader, the Mandela African Kufiya is woven in the Pan-African colours, Red, Yellow, Green and Black, as a commemoration of the common struggle of African nations for sovereignty and liberation from colonialism, with the human rights struggle against Israeli apartheid in Palestine. Proceeds of this Kufiya will go to support the local African-Palestinian community and learning centre in Jerusalem.

  • Warm and Comfortable
  • Breathable and Moisture-Wicking Fabric
  • Fabric weight: 170g/m²
  • Dimensions: 47” x 47”
  • 85% Cotton, 15% High Quality Synthetic

Mandela African Hirbawi® Kufiya

32.00 incl. VAT

Out of stock

Want to be notified when this product is back in stock?

Due to high demand and limited supply, there is a limit of 1 Kufiya per order. To ensure that more people can get the chance to own a Hirbawi®️ kufiya. We hope for your understanding.

Named after the world renowned South-African civil rights leader, the Mandela African Kufiya is woven in the Pan-African colours, Red, Yellow, Green and Black, as a commemoration of the common struggle of African nations for sovereignty and liberation from colonialism, with the human rights struggle against Israeli apartheid in Palestine. Proceeds of this Kufiya will go to support the local African-Palestinian community and learning centre in Jerusalem.

  • Warm and Comfortable
  • Breathable and Moisture-Wicking Fabric
  • Fabric weight: 170g/m²
  • Dimensions: 47” x 47”
  • 85% Cotton, 15% High Quality Synthetic

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The Story

Long Walk to Freedom

On 11 February 1990, Nelson Mandela raised a clenched fist as he walked out of Victor Verster prison after 27 years of captivity. The struggle he lends to end racial segregation and transform South Africa into a democratic state is hailed, in particular, by Palestinians, who continue to endure an occupation for almost a century. Thousands of Palestinians are incarcerated in Israeli prisons without legal justification. Two million Gazans are enclosed for years within what Human Rights Watch has labelled an “open air prison”, millions of Palestinians separated from their ancestral homes by the Apartheid Wall. And yet in a reflection of Mandela himself, Palestinians are hopeful, and dedicated to the vision that someday their liberation will come, and they will emerge free.

“Let my People Go”, is the central message of the Mandela Kufiya. A biblical quote that branded the struggles of African people against tyranny, and a message from Exodus that is as relevant to the land of Palestine as it was millennia ago. The story of the Palestinian people has become so interconnected with the struggle of African Nations, and similarly, that of African descendants in the Americas and Europe, in standing up to the tyranny of colonialism, slavery, and apartheid, in their efforts to declare themselves as free people.

The Kufiya is a symbolic gesture to a common struggle, a fabric and mantlepiece that shows the united efforts of the colonised and disenfranchised, Pan-African and Palestinian, in telling our story, and bringing justice to our situation. Proceeds will go to support the African-Palestinian community in Jerusalem, to benefit the bright youth of Palestinians of African descent, who have endured, and continue to endure, despite the discrimination and injustice laid on them by the Israeli occupation. In the visionary words of Nelson Mandela himself, “we know too well, that our freedom is incomplete without the freedom of the Palestinians”. The Mandela African Kufiya is an effort to realise this vision.

PALESTINIAN SOLIDARITY

The Keffiyeh (pronounced “Kufiya” in Palestine) continues to hold deep and symbolic value, and serves as an icon of resistance, struggle and freedom for the Palestinian people. 

The Hirbawi Keffiyeh is handmade using a classic cross-stitching technique honed over generations. The Keffiyeh is traditionally woven on two layers, the “base”, and the “pattern” or “flower” ( وردة) in Arabic. Beyond its unmatched quality, the Keffiyeh maintains its original functionality:

  • Keeping you cool in hot climates under direct sunlight.
  • Effective shielding against dust and fast-blowing winds.
  • Excellent moisture-wicking properties, directing sweat and moisture away from the skin.
 

The Keffiyeh now comes in a variety of colours and patterns that are evolving alongside Palestinian culture. Today, a wide selection of designs are available, based on historic landmarks, and elements of Palestinian culture, as well as the traditional staple Keffiyeh patterns that are known and loved around the world.

The Original Kufiya

Embroidered by Hand

For All Seasons

The beauty of the kufiya is that you can wear it however and wherever you want. If you are interested in ways to wear your kufiya, check out our “how to wear” video.

The kufiya can be worn by anyone in support of the Palestinian cause. In fact, Palestinians love to see people from around the world expressing support through this meaningful fabric. When you choose to wear a Kufiya made in Palestine, it means you are aware of its cultural significance and are benefiting its original community. Whereas, wearing an imitation just for fashion, without any connection to its roots, can be considered cultural appropriation.

Such threads may occur because during production, the ends of the pattern are trimmed by hand by one of our artisans. Small ends of the threads may remain, but these can be easily picked and removed, or will naturally fall off when the kufiya is washed.

Due to high demand, we allow one kufiya per order. However, you are welcome to add non-kufiya items to your order from the Palestinian artisans we support and promote, saving on shipping costs. See more Palestinian brands here.

After placing your order, here’s what you can expect:

  1. Dispatch Time: We need approximately 2 weeks to dispatch all orders after a restock.
  2. Tracking Information: Once your order is shipped, we will send an email with the Portuguese tracking number. Please, use this tracking number to follow up on your package with your local postal service.
  3. Invoice: We will send the invoice in a separate email from Moloni (our accounting software). This invoice can be useful for customs clearance if required.
  4. Customs Fees: Depending on your country’s regulations, there may be custom fees applicable to your order. These fees are not included in the price of the product and will be your responsibility to pay upon receiving your order.

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