Bead by Bead : Reviving An Ancient African Tradition by The MonkeyBiz Story

Bead by Bead is the astonishing MonkeyBiz project, whose gorgeous beaded artworks and thriving initiative for empowering local women have caught the world's imagination.

Since it began in 2000, MonkeyBiz has transformed the South African beading landscape. By bringing a contemporary slant to a venerable African tradition. It has taken craft art to a new level and won a huge following for its authentic approach.

Each MonkeyBiz artwork is a unique, one-off creation the unaffected and often playful expression of local talent. Bead by Bead celebrates this creativity . It showcases the artwork that has been produced and profiles many of the project's leading artists. 

A non-profit organization, MonkeyBiz has flourished as a business since its modest beginning. This exceptional project , which has the potential to be replicated anywhere, employs 450 people, mostly women who were previously unemployed. Bead by Bead tells the story of how Monkey Biz became a model for income generation and women's employment at the grassroots level. Read the book , and discover why MonkeyBiz has captured the world's imagination.