Ethiopia unrest triggers US travel warning
The United States has joined governments in the UK, Australia, Canada to advise against all non-essential travel to Ethiopia due…
Ethiopia violence undermines sourcing strategies
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The Flanarant – Ethiopia violence undermines ‘visionary’ sourcing strategies
The apparent benefits of Ethiopia make the country a serious risk – both politically and commercially – for apparel and…
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Ethiopia declares state of emergency after factory attack
Fashion retailer H&M and UK based glove and high-performance leather manufacturer Pittards Plc both say they are monitoring the situation in Ethiopia closely after the…
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Messe Frankfurt launches first Africa sourcing events
The growing interest in East Africa as a platform for garment and textile production has prompted trade fair organiser Messe Frankfurt to include…
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Could a regional hub approach help Africa-Med sourcing?
Viewing the whole North and East Africa region together could present a new option for a complete sourcing solution for…
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Ethiopia inaugurates Africa’s first electric railway
Africa's first modern electrified railway line was today (5 October) inaugurated in Ethiopia, linking the country's capital, Addis Ababa, with…
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PVH pledges $1m to children’s projects in sub-Saharan Africa
US apparel giant PVH Corp, owner of the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands, is channelling $1m to Save the…
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Global supply chain takeaways from Sourcing at MAGIC
From the new sourcing landscape, to increasing interest in 'Made in USA' apparel, and updates on sourcing destinations and sustainability, Dr…
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Ethiopia opens flagship textile and apparel park
Ethiopia's flagship industrial park in Hawassa city, south of the capital Addis Ababa, opened last week, with facilities dedicated solely…
