Meet the Egyptian Entrepreneur Saving the Environment One Bamboo Toothbrush at a Time

In the latest episode of The Green Scene, we spotlight the found of Urban Earthlings - a startup that is aiming to change the very way we live.

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Date
05/03/2020 11:31

From bamboo toothbrushes to steel straws, Egyptian entrepreneur and eco-warrior, Amira Ayman, is trying to change the very we live day-to-day through her startup, Urban Earthlings. The lifestyle brand offers alternatives to every-day items that are largely imported – but that could very well change, as Ayman revealed her lofty ambitions in this special interview.

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