Shwe Shwe Conference Lanyard

Description

Traditional fabric. Everyday function.

Our Shwe Shwe Conference Lanyards combine cultural heritage with practical design, offering a distinctive alternative to standard corporate lanyards. Made using iconic South African Shwe Shwe cotton fabric and finished with a durable metal crayfish (lobster) claw clip, these lanyards bring colour, identity, and purpose to conferences, events, and workplaces.

Description

Each lanyard is made from printed, dyed cotton Shwe Shwe fabric, known for its intricate geometric patterns and long-standing cultural significance across Southern Africa. Often described as the “denim of South Africa,” Shwe Shwe is instantly recognisable and deeply rooted in local tradition.

Designed for everyday professional use, the lanyard comfortably fits around the neck and securely holds ID cards, badges, keys, or access cards. The metal crayfish claw clip provides a strong, reliable attachment while allowing easy removal when needed.

Ideal for:

• Conferences and corporate events

• Staff or visitor identification

• Schools, organisations, and training programmes

• Branded or themed events seeking a local touch

Each lanyard is practical, hard-wearing, and visually distinctive — turning a simple functional item into something meaningful.

Climate Impact

By using cotton fabric and prioritising locally made products, these lanyards help reduce reliance on imported, synthetic alternatives commonly used for event merchandise. Durable construction encourages repeated use, reducing the need for disposable or single-use conference accessories.

Choosing longer-lasting, reusable items is a small but effective step toward reducing material waste in event and corporate environments.

Community Impact

These lanyards are produced through Upcycle’s community-based skills development and sewing programmes. Makers are trained in textile handling, quality control, and small-scale production, creating consistent work opportunities and practical skills that support long-term livelihoods.

Every lanyard sold supports local production, skills transfer, and dignified work — transforming traditional fabric into sustainable income opportunities.

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