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Western Pressure Undermines East African Unity on Second-Hand Clothing Ban, Says Rwanda's Kagame
Western Pressure Undermines East African Unity on Second-Hand Clothing Ban, Says Rwanda's Kagame President Paul Kagame of Rwanda has revealed how Western countries, particularly the United States, undermined regional efforts to reduce second-hand clothing imports in East Africa, leading to Rwanda's exclusion from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).…
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The Spring/Summer Safari Collection 2025: Rwanda Clothing's Premium Fabric Innovation
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![Kenya's Industrialization Secretary _Prof. Erustus Gatebe, flagged by Director of Agro_Industries _Mr. Nicholas Gakiha, Director Research, Manufacturing, and Industrialization Policy Directorate _Mr. Roy Nyangena. Moreover, AfriTrade Consulting Group led by Dr. Caroline Saroni, is a consultancy firm working on the development of the National Cotton, Textile and Apparels policy [Photo Credit; RIVATEX]](/media/k2/items/cache/45245952fc8c5c5e099a3e444bf8f32a_S.jpg)
Understanding the East Africa Community Fashion Market in 2025: Who Supplies Fabrics
Understanding the East Africa Community Fashion Market in 2025: Who Supplies Fabrics The East African Community (EAC) fashion market is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by a burgeoning middle class and increasing urbanization across member states. With a market value exceeding $3 billion annually and projected growth of 7-8% over the…
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Top 25 Fashion Houses: Celebrating Fashion and Festive Seasons in Rwanda 2024
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