Bridging Africa & America

Founded in 2025

Shop TETSO is an all-African marketplace bringing the continent’s finest fashion, art, decor, and food to customers across the United States.

hand woven basket table chargers

Our Story

Colorful patterned bags and backpacks displayed on a white table at a market or fair. A woman wearing a headscarf and fur coat is browsing in the background.

Shop TETSO was born from a simple belief: that the extraordinary craftsmanship, artistry, and flavors of Africa deserve a global stage. We exist to connect African artisans, designers, and producers directly with customers in America who value authenticity and cultural richness.

Multiple colorful traditional African umbrellas with intricate patterns are held together by a person. The umbrellas feature vibrant colors such as orange, red, green, yellow, and blue, with decorative gold elements at the base.

What started as a passion for African fashion has grown into a comprehensive marketplace spanning four categories which includes fashion, body essentials, home decor, and food/snacks; all sourced from talented creators across the African continent.

Woman sitting in a round, wicker hanging chair with a gray pillow, smiling, wearing a colorful, patterned dress and accessories, indoors with a wooden door and a plant in the background.

Every product in our collection tells a story of heritage, skill, and creative expression. When you shop with TETSO, you’re not just buying a product, you’re supporting a community of artisans and celebrating a culture.

How We Operate

Two Continents, One Mission

Ghana Operations

USA Operations

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Our US team manages the customer-facing side of TETSO. From marketing, sales, customer service, and fulfillment. With US-based shipping, we ensure fast, reliable delivery to customers nationwide. This dual-continent model lets us stay close to our source while delivering a seamless shopping experience.

Headed by:

Queen Ayesha Hayman

“We don’t just sell African products, we build a bridge between the artisans who create them and the people who value them. Every purchase supports livelihoods, preserves traditions, and celebrates the beauty of Africa.”
— Ayesha