ORIBAGS idea was sparked in reaction to the Ugandan Government’s ban on plastic bags in 2007. Our Founder, Orikiriza Rusia, then still a first year student at Makerere University, saw a market opportunity to create environmentally friendly packaging using an innovative business model that upcycles bio-waste materials, creates jobs for women and youth, and uses zero carbon production processes. Rusia started translating her idea into reality through the business incubation programme at the Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI). In 2009, ORIBAGS was born.

ORIBAGS Innovations repurposes office waste,household and agricultural waste of bio-fibre grade into eco-friendly packaging, stationary  and other products providing a recycling service where it currently doesn't exist . By utilizing locally discarded  materials, we promote environmental sustainability through value addition, focusing on clients' needs satisfaction and creating livelihoods.