Entering Rwanda back in 2013, Lisa really didn’t understand what a wonderful journey she’d be taking. It wasn’t just about the travel and the beautiful country, but how significant the opportunities would be as a designer. Working in interior design since 2000, Lisa’s work in Rwanda opened up to hotels, large apartment buildings and commercial developments.

In 2017 she started her handbag line - just because she LOVES handbags, lisa b marler | kigali. Focusing on a fusion of Rwandan influences with European quality, the result has been a unique line of accessories that combines elegance with practicality and exceptional quality. In 2020 the name changed to n’Intoki to represent the area and work done by the artisans.

n’Intoki handbags and home products are now sold in their own store in Ubumwe House next to the Kigali Business Center, in Ruhengeri, on-line, and in Nairobi with pop-ups in East Africa and America.

Local Made

Made in Africa and Made in Rwanda mean something to our brand. We source our leather from South Africa, buy our brass and cow horns from Rwanda and we produce our bags with talented local, Rwandan artists. We are proud of the people, the work, the impact we are making, and the continued success of our company.

Slow Fashion

We produce our lines in limited-runs to lessen waste and only re-stock items that are in high demand. n’Inotki employs Rwandans in its production facility, as well as sub-contracting with printers, brass manufacturers, cow horn designers, engravers, and basket weavers throughout Rwanda. We operate with Fair Trade practices including on-time payment of fair wages for the work. It is estimated that we directly and indirectly employ over 60 people.

If you have any trouble with any of our handbags, please let us know and we will repair or replace it.