African textiles
Jeanologia Reinvents Textile Finishing at Egypt Stitch & Tex with Advanced Laser and G2 Indra Technologies
The Spanish company showcased cutting-edge technologies aimed at transforming the growing textile industry in the region.These innovations empower Egyptian manufacturers with the tools to...
Africa
Rewiring Fashion: Africa’s Textile and Apparel Industry Poised for Transformation
Africa stands at a pivotal moment in the global textile and apparel industry. Despite accounting for only 1%...
Africa
Trützschler’s Insights on Africa’s Potential and Global Competitiveness
In part three of our interview with Mr. Gerd Paul Wienands, Regional Sales Manager at Trützschler, we dive...
Africa
Africa’s Economic Challenges: An Opportunity for Transformation, Says UNCTAD
Africa’s economic struggles, marked by dependency on volatile global markets, infrastructure deficits, and escalating debt, offer a unique...
Egypt
Saurer: The Comprehensive Solution Provider at Egypt Stitch & Tex 2025
Textile professionals will find Saurer at the ATAG booth 1A6 at the Egypt Stitch & Tex 2025 exhibition...
Kenya’s Textile Challenges and Second-Hand Clothes Dumping Ground
In a groundbreaking investigation jointly conducted by the Netherlands Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management and Circle Economy, Kenya's significant role as a destination...
Asteks Targets Asian and African Markets With its Advanced Grinding Solutions
Asteks, focusing on Asia, the dynamo of the global textile industry, and Africa, the rising star of the global textile industry, successfully reaches local...
Kenyan Company Turns Pineapple Waste into Sustainable Textiles
In an unprecedented move towards eco-conscious fashion, a Kenyan company is making waves by transforming discarded pineapple leaves into sustainable footwear. Pine Kazi, the...
The Role of Companies in the Development of the Textile Industry in Africa
Several African countries are interested in tapping the global market, and they are putting laws in place to help the garment and textile industrial...
Bangladesh’s Textile Success: A Blueprint for Africa’s Economic Advancement
Bangladesh, once grappling with economic devastation and poverty, has emerged as a global textile powerhouse, offering valuable lessons for aspiring African economies. Following its...
Kenya’s Government Boosts Cotton Industry with 38% Price Increase
Kenya's government has implemented a significant 38 percent increase in the purchase price of cotton, aiming to stimulate farmers and drive a notable surge...
Kenyan-European Collaborations: Strengthening Textile Industries for Mutual Growth
Discover how European companies bolster Africa's textile industry in an insightful interview with the Kenya Export Promotion & Branding Agency. European investments, technology transfers,...
Nigeria’s Inflation Hits 29.90%, Reaches Highest Level Since Mid-1996
According to recent data released by the National Bureau of Statistics, Nigeria's headline inflation rate surged to 29.90% in January 2024, marking the highest...
New Project Launched to Drive Circular Economy in Africa’s Textile Sector
In a bid to address environmental concerns and boost sustainability in Africa's textile industry, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) has unveiled a...
Kenya Sets Sights on $2 Billion Apparel Exports to US and EU by 2030, Unveils Bold Growth Plan
Kenya is charting a course towards unprecedented growth in its apparel exports, aiming to reach an ambitious target of $2 billion in exports to...
