MAKUTANO, meaning "gathering", in Kiswahili, is dedicated to the promotion of high quality Arts and Crafts from Tanzania. MAKUTANO aims to : Improve the economic and social well-being of Tanzanian artists by publicizing their products Provide the artists with marketing opportunities Support Fair Trade Give equal opportunities for woman and disabled people Provide a market place for remote artisans Create a sustainable future for the craftsman Develop art professionalism among the artisans and to raise standards Makutano Art & Craft Fairs will be held bi-annually to bring together artists from all over Tanzania to sell and exhibit their crafts. Makutano endeavors to help support Goverment initiatives to make Tanzania environmentally friendly with the Eco-bag.