Africa

African Textiles Positioned as Strategic Alternative to Asian Sourcing in Europe

African textile production is emerging as a credible and increasingly competitive alternative to Asian sourcing, according to industry leaders and policymakers who gathered at the European Parliament to discuss...

Iran Backs Textile Factory Investment in Afghanistan’s Helmand Province

Iran has pledged to support joint investment in cotton processing and the construction of a new textile factory...

Africa Textile Talks Launches Future Fabrics Student Challenge for Emerging Innovators

Africa Textile Talks 2026 has launched its inaugural Future Fabrics Student Challenge, inviting emerging designers, researchers, makers and...

Cotton made in Africa Receives Top “Excellent” Rating from Germany’s Siegelklarheit Platform

Cotton made in Africa has received the highest possible rating of “Excellent” from Siegelklarheit, Germany’s sustainability label assessment...

Afreximbank: Africa’s Economy Grows 4.5% in 2025 Despite Global Trade Challenges

Africa strengthened its economic resilience in 2025, recording faster economic growth despite rising geopolitical tensions, slowing global demand...

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Africa’s Largest Trade Event for Textile, Apparel, and Fashion Industries Kicks Off November 8 in Addis Ababa

Get ready for Africa's most anticipated textile and fashion event! From November 8-11, Addis Ababa will host the region's largest gathering of industry leaders,...

Zambia Advances Green Textile and Wood Value Chains to Combat Climate Change

Zambia is taking significant steps toward greening its textile and wood value chains, positioning itself for sustainable growth and competitiveness under the African Continental...

Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone Makes First Export of ‘Made in Benin’ Garments for U.S. Polo Assn.

The Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) has successfully exported its first shipment of ready-to-wear clothing for the renowned American brand, U.S. Polo Assn. This milestone...

Boosting Gender Justice | Study Shows Impact by Cotton Made in Africa

Women continue to play a decisive role in driving social and economic improvements across cotton-growing communities in Africa, yet systemic disadvantages persist. A new...

SCZONE Chairman Withnesses the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Hangsheng Textile the 1st Ever Project in Qantara West

Mr. Waleid Gamal El-Dien, Chairman of the General Authority of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), and Major General Pilot Mr. Akram Galal, Governor...

African Textile Talks 2024 – Pioneering a Sustainable Future

The annual African Textile Talks, an influential event dedicated to exploring the harmony between fashion, textiles, and nature, kicks off today at Workshop17, Watershed,...

Biancalani’s Innovations and Market Engagement at ITM 2024

At ITM 2024, Biancalani's presence was marked by exceptional experiences and significant engagements, highlighting the event's blend of networking, innovation, and business opportunities. The...

PR | CmiA Joins WTO and FIFA in Supporting African Cotton Through Football

Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) is now supporting a joint initiative by the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Federation of Association Football...

Unlocking the Potential: The Tanzanian Textile and Garment Sub-sector

Introduction The Tanzanian textile and garment industry stand as a beacon of untapped potential, offering investors a lucrative opportunity to capitalize on its abundant resources...

Textile and Fashion Recycling: Weaving a Sustainable Future for Africa

Africa's vibrant fashion scene pulsates with color, creativity, and a growing awareness of environmental responsibility. However, the continent also faces a significant challenge: textile...
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