The Pros and Cons of Sourcing in Africa
At an opening day panel at Sourcing at MAGIC Sunday, industry experts discussed the challenges and benefits of sourcing in Africa in a talk titled, “Looking Forward: From the Western Hemisphere to...
View ArticleUS Bets on Apparel Sourcing in Africa With Grant to Create 2,000 New Jobs
Companies may be on the fence about whether to commit to sourcing apparel in Africa, but the U.S. seems certain enough about the continent’s potential to keep investing in the sector there—and namely...
View ArticleThe Battle for African Trade Pits US Against China
If the U.S. and China have their way, Africa could soon begin to reach its potential as the next great frontier for apparel and textile sourcing.
View ArticleEast Africa Trade Hub and Maersk-Owned Platform Partner to Simplify Africa Trade
The East Africa Trade and Investment Hub has signed an agreement with Fromtu, a new business-to-business platform of Maersk Group, to provide technical support and market intelligence.
View ArticleUsed-Clothing Trade Causes Contention Between US and East African Nations
The commercial enterprise of U.S. companies selling used clothing to African countries doesn’t seem a likely source of controversy, but the issue has become one of contention on two continents.
View ArticleAfrica Starts to Blossom as Apparel Sourcing Destination
The fertile ground of African apparel sourcing is finally turning from seed to sprout after years of its potential lying dormant.
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