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By Njoki Kihiu The importation and sale of used textile and shoes are commonly known as “Mitumba” is set to resume in the country under …
Read More »Kenya to Resume Importation of Second Hand Clothes Under Covid-19 Protocols
Kenyan menswear retailer Deacons may close down soon
It’s been a never-ending struggle for this Kenya-based menswear retailer! And now it’s reached the extent of shutting down forever. Failing to raise funds to …
Read More »KENYA’S NGUO YETU TO EXPAND GLOBAL DISTRIBUTION FOOTPRINT
Nguo Yetu, an apparel company from the Kenyan export processing zone (EPZ) plans to engage Kenyans working abroad, including the United States to expand its …
Read More »Fashion brands pin big hopes as US and Kenya officially open trade talks
In these challenging times of ensuing trade war between US and China, social unrest in Hong Kong, the never-ending coronavirus scare and extended lockdowns, every …
Read More »US, Kenya launch negotiations for free trade agreement
United States trade representative Robert Lighthizer and Kenya Cabinet Secretary for industrialisation, trade, and enterprise development Betty Maina have formally launched trade agreement negotiations between …
Read More »Kenyan cabinet approves commercial farming of Bt cotton
The Kenyan cabinet recently approved the commercial farming of Bt cotton hybrids following the successful completion of field trials over five years. This was done …
Read More »Kenya aims to end import of cotton raw materials in 5 yrs
Kenya plans to revive its cotton industry by leveraging the cooperative model to boost the textile sector’s overall performance and eliminate the import of cotton …
Read More »YKK collaborates with Ubuntu Life on new line of bags
YKK has teamed up with Ubuntu Life on its Fall 2019 line of bags handmade by its ‘Maker Mums’ in Maai Mahiu region of Kenya. …
Read More »Kenya – Govt identifies alternative land for Mountex Textile Industries
The government has identified alternative land for setting up the revival factory of the Mountex Textile Industries in Nanyuki town. Trade and Industrialization Cabinet Secretary …
Read More »3,000 jobs for Kenyan workers by January 2020, says Mas Holdings!
3,000 jobs! garment and textile manufacturer in Kenya. Yes, that’s what the garment and textile manufacturer Mas Holdings Singapore has said. In its efforts to enhance …
Read More »Kenyan Mountex Textile Industry set to reopen after 17 yrs
After 17 years of closure, Mountex Textile Industry in Laikipia County is set to reopen. Mountex Textile Industry in Kenya’s Laikipia county is set to …
Read More »New Rivatex production line to open soon in Kenya
New Rivatex production line to open soon in Kenya The turnaround of Eldoret-based textile manufacturer Rivatex East Africa is in full swing with Kenyan President …
Read More »Kenya approves setting up of textile factory in EPZ
The Kenyan Government recently approved setting up of a big textile factory by Mas Holdings Singapore, a Sri Lankan apparel and textile manufacturer, in the …
Read More »Indian investors urged to partner with Kenyan counterparts
Indian high commissioner to Kenya Rahul Chhabra recently urged Indian investors to partner with Kenyan counterparts, especially in pharmaceutical and textile sectors that have huge …
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