Africa

Africa Textile Talks 2026 to Spotlight Regenerative Textile Innovation and Sustainable Manufacturing in Cape Town

As Africa continues to strengthen its position in the global textile and fashion industry, Africa Textile Talks 2026 will return for its sixth edition on 31 July–1 August 2026...

Nigerian Government Launches Textile Revival Plan to Create 1.5 Million Jobs

The Nigerian government has stepped up efforts to revive the country’s Cotton, Textile and Garment (CTG) industry as...

Experts Urge Africa to Leverage China’s Zero Tariff Opportunity

Trade experts are calling on African nations to move beyond raw material exports and accelerate industrialisation following China’s...

Textile Waste in Africa: A Deep Dive into Morocco and Tunisia’s Circular Future

The global textile industry is entering a new phase—one defined not only by production and trade but increasingly...

Can Africa’s $164 Billion Sovereign Wealth Funds Accelerate Textile Industrialization?

An Editorial Analysis by Kohan Textile Journal Introduction: Africa’s Industrial Story Is Beginning to Change For decades, Africa’s position within...

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French Brand GEMO Begins Production in Benin’s Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone

The Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) has officially welcomed GEMO, a major French ready-to-wear label, into its growing network of international textile partners. The move...

Benin Republic Emerges as West Africa’s Textile Powerhouse, Leaving Nigerian Manufacturers Concerned

Benin Republic is rapidly positioning itself as the new textile and garment hub of West Africa, sparking concern among Nigerian manufacturers over the country’s...

Ghana Launches PET-to-Yarn Clothing Initiative to Tackle Plastic Waste and Boost Textile Industry

In a groundbreaking move toward sustainability and industrial innovation, Ghana has launched its first PET-to-yarn textile initiative, aimed at transforming plastic waste into polyester...

Lesotho’s Textile Industry Faces Crisis as U.S. Tariffs Threaten Over 5,000 Jobs

Lesotho’s once-thriving textile sector is on the brink of collapse, with over 5,000 jobs at risk, following the imposition of a 50% tariff on...

Development Bank Ghana Launches Major Revival Plan for Textile and Garment Industry

In a bold move to restore Ghana’s once-thriving textile and garment industry, Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at revitalizing...

Africa’s Nonwoven Fabric Market Sees Steady Growth Amid Rising Demand in Hygiene and Construction Sectors

Africa’s nonwoven fabric market continues to register stable growth, driven by increasing demand across hygiene, medical, construction, and agricultural sectors, according to a new...

Reclaim Textile Network Ghana Launched to Champion Sustainable Fashion and Textile Innovation

In a vibrant and inspiring ceremony held at GNAT Hall in Accra, the Reclaim Textile Network (RTN) Ghana was officially launched, signaling a bold...

Ghana Moves to Boost Local Textile Industry with Uniform Procurement and New Policy Framework

In a bold step to revitalize the domestic textile and garment industry, the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoATI) has initiated discussions with...

Sustainability Takes Center Stage at 10th Morocco Fashion Style & Tex in Casablanca

The 10th edition of Morocco Fashion Style & Tex wrapped up this week in Casablanca, drawing more than 400 companies from 16 countries and...

Algeria and Mauritania Deepen Economic Ties with Ambitious Commercial and Industrial Projects

Algeria is taking bold strides to solidify its presence in West Africa through a series of high-impact commercial and industrial initiatives in Mauritania. Announced...
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