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US-Africa AGOA agreement on the line: What is the future for African textiles?

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been a cornerstone of trade relations between the US and sub-Saharan Africa since its adoption in 2000. This agreement offers preferential access to the US market for nearly 7,000 products, including textiles and apparel, provided that beneficiary countries meet strict political and economic...

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LC Waikiki opens first store in Uganda, plans further expansion in Africa

Turkish fashion retailer LC Waikiki has opened its first store in Uganda. The new flagship store is located in Acacia Mall, a well-known shopping centre in the capital Kampala. The opening was celebrated on 21st December with a fashion show in front of the new store, with Ugandan model Judith Heard walking the runway. Kerem Alp, Turkey’s...

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