Ethiopia prepares to meet apparel sourcing demand
Part Two: Ethiopia challenges and opportunities
There's no doubt Ethiopia is on an upward growth trajectory as an emerging source of textiles and clothing. But as…
Part One: Ethiopia a rising star for sourcing garments
Ethiopia is fast becoming a rising star for sourcing garments. The country's efforts to build its textile and garment industry…
Ethiopia prepares to meet apparel sourcing demand
Often referred to as ‘the lion economy', the potential of Africa as a new apparel sourcing destination is becoming more…
ETHIOPIA: Tesco works to raise clothing factory conditions
British retailer Tesco is making efforts to raise working conditions and ethical standards in Ethiopia's textile industry before it begins…
SWEDEN: H&M eyes “opportunities” in sub-Saharan Africa
Swedish fashion giant Hennes & Mauritz has said it sees "good opportunities" for producing apparel in sub-Saharan Africa. Speaking to…
ETHIOPIA: Clothing and textile sector expanding rapidly
The Ethiopian government has reported export earnings of US$29m for the country's clothing and textile industry in the first quarter…