African textiles

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...

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...

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...

Nigeria Textile Import Ban Proposal Raises Concerns Over ₦10 Trillion Garment Industry

The Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise (CPPE) has cautioned that the Nigerian Senate’s proposal to ban...

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...

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...

20% Wage Increase for Tunisian Textile Workers Agreed for 2024-2026

In a significant development for the Tunisian textile industry, workers are set to receive a 20% wage increase spread over the next three years....

Tunisia Apparel Sector Sets Ambitious Targets for Green Transition

The Tunisia apparel and textile industry has embarked on a bold initiative to enhance its sustainability and ecological footprint. The Tunisian Textile Green Transition...

New Study Reveals Second-Hand Clothing Sector as Key Driver of Job Creation and Economic Growth in Africa

A new report, commissioned by the international development network Humana People to People, sheds light on the transformative impact of Africa's second-hand clothing (SHC)...

IFC and Netherlands Launch Initiative to Boost Jordan’s Textile Sector

Comprehensive Approach to Investment and Growth The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has recently launched an initiative aimed at enhancing Jordan's textile sector, supported by the...

King Abdullah Emphasizes Importance of Textile Industry in Employment and Economic Growth

His Majesty King Abdullah met with representatives of the textile industry on Tuesday at Al Husseiniya Palace, emphasizing the sector's vital role in economic...

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...

3rd East Africa Textile & Leather Week 2024 to Showcase Innovation and Trade

East Africa Textile and Leather Week (EATLW) 2024 is set to be the premier event in the East Africa region showcasing the best in...

UNIDO Concludes Tunisian Textile Projects and Presents Circular Economy Roadmap

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has successfully concluded its textile value chain projects in Tunisia, marking a significant step towards a circular...

Unveiling SSR Polyplast’s Vision for Sustainable Yarn Production in Tanzania

Today, we have the privilege of interviewing Mr. Prateek Maheshwari, the Director at SSR POLYPLAST PVT Ltd in Tanzania. Mr. Maheshwari will provide us...
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