Middle East and Africa

China Plans $2 Billion Carbon-Neutral Textile Industrial City in Egypt

China is set to make one of its largest industrial investments in the Middle East and Africa’s textile sector through a proposed $2 billion carbon-neutral textile industrial city in...

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...

Kwara Garment Factory Signs Management Agreement to Accelerate Nigeria’s Apparel Manufacturing Growth

The Kwara Garment Factory has entered a new phase of development following the signing of a management and...

Egyptian Cotton Festival Targets Textile SMEs Across Egypt

A new initiative aimed at strengthening Egypt’s cotton and textile value chain has been launched through the Egyptian...

Tunisia Strengthens Textile Sourcing Ties with Italy Through High-Level B2B Meetings in Milan

By: Behnam Ghasemi Milan, Italy – Tunisia’s textile and apparel industry continued to strengthen its position as a strategic...

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Kenya Becomes Africa’s Largest Importer of Second-Hand Clothes, Surpassing Nigeria

Kenya has overtaken Nigeria to become Africa’s largest importer of second-hand clothing, importing apparel worth Sh38.5 billion ($298 million) in 2023. Data compiled by...

New TBR Yarn Production Project Nears Completion in Iran

The completion of a strategic TBR yarn manufacturing project in Zanjan Province is set for next year, significantly enhancing Iran's capabilities in producing tires...

Iran’s Textile Industry Positioned for $1 Billion Investment Potential

Iran’s textile industry stands at a pivotal moment, with current investments reaching $400 million and the potential to attract up to $1 billion, provided...

Towards Zero Waste in Fashion: Kenya’s Bold Move for a Sustainable Textile Future

Over 40 participants gathered in Nairobi’s Embakasi East Constituency to celebrate the International Day of Zero Waste. The workshop, hosted by the Stockholm Environment...

Tunisia Welcomes Italian Buyers for Strategic Textile and Clothing Mission

On April 15, 2025, Tunisia will host a delegation of Italian buyers focused on the textile and clothing sector, in a mission organized by...

Euro Surge Provides New Momentum for Turkish Textile Industry

The recent appreciation of the euro has created fresh opportunities for Türkiye’s textile sector, helping ease the pressure from domestic economic challenges. With the...

A Comprehensive Look at Iran’s Fabric Industry: From Heritage to Innovation

Iran’s textile industry, with its centuries-old roots, has long been a cornerstone of the country’s clothing and interior design sectors. From traditional craftsmanship to...

IFCO 2025: Istanbul Hosts One of the World’s Largest Fashion Industry Gatherings

The Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO), Europe’s largest ready-to-wear and fashion trade show, concluded its 7th edition with resounding success, bringing together the global fashion...

African Cotton Producers Unite Against Climate Crisis and Falling Prices

▶︎ In Brief:African cotton producers face a dual crisis of falling global prices and climate challenges, threatening millions of livelihoods. Urgent support, sustainable farming,...

AfriTrade and Trade & Fairs Partner for Africa Sourcing & Fashion Week

AfriTrade Consulting Group and Trade and Fairs East Africa Announce Strategic Partnership for Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week Nairobi 2025 AfriTrade Consulting Group and Trade...
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