The New

World


We are a textile waste management company providing you access to the fun & green way to deal with your textile and fabric waste.





BUILDING A CIRCULAR FASHION ECONOMY -

Our Story

Founded in Ghana, ELNAK Recycle transforms textile waste into highly efficient, eco-friendly insulation panels. What began as a research -driven initiative by model and engineer, Emma Forson, has grown into a movement- repurposing textile waste, donating clothing and creating jobs for Kayayo women.
We champion a circular fashion economy , proving that sustainability and style can coexist across multiple industries.



Awards & Achievements


  • Entrepreneur of the Year 2021 (Ashesi Venture Incubator now Ashesi Entrepreneurship Centre)
  • People’s Choice Award 2021 (Ashesi Venture Incubator now AshesiEntrepreneurship Centre)
  • Fashionomics Africa Challenge Winner 2023
  • Delegation for the Innovation Made in NRW Program
  • TEDx Ashesi Speaker


  • Follow our story and be part of the sustainable African fashion revolution. To be a part of this amazing journey, Get In Touch Now.





    Vision

    To be the Global Standard of textile management, where there is employee equity, and social consciousness.

    Mission

    To establish a circular textile industry in Africa where all textile waste is refurbished and repurposed to save our climate and our people by providing shame-free and sustainable textile waste management practices for businesses and households in Africa through decluttering, reorganizing, upcycling, and recycling.



    Values

    As our company grows, we have 6 strong values that guide our daily activities and help us achieve our mission. Our culture is IMPACT DRIVEN with AFRICAN PRIDE and as we work for CLIMATE JUSTICE, we encourage ACCOUNTABILITY, DIVERSITY and INCLUSION in a SHAME-FREE environment all while BUILDING SOCIAL VALUE in the fashion industry.




    100,000 kg

    Kilograms of Textiles Saved

    6

    Immigrant Women Trained

    13

    Communities Donated to

    12

    Supporting Institutions



    Meet The Team


    Emma Forson

    Founder & Engineering Lead

    Seli Ahadzie

    Head of Operations & Marketing

    Mrs. Nimatu

    Textile Sorters Department Head

    FAQs


    Does ELNAK Recycle other forms of waste?

    ELNAK currently recycles only textile items in the form of old clothes and fabric scraps.

    Is ELNAK a social enterprise or a for-profit enterprise?

    We are a hybrid enterprise. We believe companies must do well while doing good.

    Is ELNAK looking for investors?

    The vision is beyond one individual. We are open to investors who align with our values and vision. Reach us at elnakrecycles@outlook.com

    Does ELNAK work in other parts of Africa besides Ghana?

    ELNAK currently operates only in Ghana and is looking to expand to other parts of Africa soon. Let us know if you need our services in your country. Send us an email!

    "The ELNAK team were a gift from God. I needed to clear out my rooms and didn't know who to call.
    My daughter found them through a referral and I'm glad she did."


    ~ Mrs. Adi-Dako