You love shopping, but should you be investing in clothing retail stocks? Published by Old Mutual Investment Group on 15 August 2017 Why the clothing retail sector is unlikely to deliver the same value for investors as it did in the last decade.
Dakar Fashion Week takes style back to the streets Published by Ricci Shryock on 4 July 2017 One of Dakar Fashion Week’s biggest events is free and high-end.
These women spot fashion trends in Brazil and bring them back to Angola Published by Lea Barreau Tran on 6 June 2017 Selling Brazilian fashions, the women of Angola’s ‘suitcase trade’ identify trends and pedal dreams.
Fashionomics 101: An African industry that could be worth $15bn by 2021 Published by Kate Douglas on 20 December 2016 The African Development Bank is trying to increase the continent’s share of the global fashion value chain.
Calvin Klein owner could source 25% of its production from Africa in five years Published by Kate Douglas on 26 September 2016 Eastern Africa has the potential to compete with clothing manufacturing giants like China and Bangladesh.
Woolworths adopts new business model for African expansion Published by Jaco Maritz on 13 September 2011 South Africa-based clothing and general merchandise retailer Woolworths will replace its franchise business model with joint venture partnerships as it expands into the rest of the continent.
Mauritian firms finding a niche in high-end products Published by Jaco Maritz on 15 July 2011 Mauritian manufacturing firms, especially those in the clothing and textiles sector, have carved out a niche for themselves in high-end, quality products.
Mr Price could open in Nigeria by December this year Published by Claude Harding on 2 June 2011 South African clothing and home goods retailer Mr Price is looking to open stores in Nigeria, Angola and Ghana.
Nigerian market opens up for clothing retailers Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 April 2011 Nigeria’s decision to lift a ban on imported textiles is opening up many opportunities for foreign clothing retailers.
Second-hand clothing hurting Kenya’s textile industry Published by Cathy Majtenyi on 16 September 2010 The sale of second-hand clothing is widespread in Kenya. But while it may benefit the pocketbooks of many people, critics say it harms the country’s domestic textile industry.
