What do car tyres have in common with shoes? Well, you could say that both play a role in getting you where you want to go. Or you could look to Sole Rebels and EcoShoes, two of Africa’s most successful ecopreneur start-ups. Established by Ethiopian Bethlehem Tilahun Alemu and Ghanaian Mabel Suglo respectively, both brands have gained an international following for footwear created from found items like discarded clothing and tyres. Visit: www.solerebels.com
STAMPING OUT LITTERBUGS
Ever looked at the litter around you and despaired at the laziness of people who don’t bother to fi nd a rubbish bin? In Australia, the #Take3forthesea movement was established to turn contempt into action: all beach-goers are urged to pick up three pieces of litter on the sand before they head home. The initiative’s since spread to include all public areas. Visit: www.take3.org