Merkato Market

Named after the largest open-air market place in Africa, Merkato Marketplace is your online store for locally sourced and donated art from local artists in the Diaspora and the Continent.

Buy-One-Give-One Philosophy:

As a social enterprise, Saro Magazine reinvests a portion of marketplace revenue into our programming and ongoing operations, while the remainder goes directly to our partner artists across the African continent and the global Diaspora. This model ensures that Black artists are not only visible, but meaningfully supported and fairly compensated.

By purchasing through our marketplace, you directly support Black creatives and help sustain their ability to continue their work. In return, you gain access to distinctive, limited-edition pieces that cannot be found elsewhere—each rooted in story, culture, and lived experience.

We also welcome donations and partnerships that align with our mission and values. To collaborate or support our work, please complete our online contact form, and a member of our team will follow up shortly.

Thank you again for your support and we hope you enjoy the pieces in our collection.