The quest for sustainability in Rwanda’s fashion industry
Rwanda is fast becoming one of Africa's leading fashion hubs. The fashion industry is growing as the consumers’ demand for new styles are expanding bringing all sorts of innovation across the industry. To further get the scope of how the industry is fairing, CNBC Africa spoke to Girabawe Gloria, the CEO & Founder of Flove Ltd.
Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:40:42 GMT
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AI Generated Summary
- The Maiden Rwanda policy is catalyzing growth by creating sustainable value chains and providing access to financing and technology for SMEs in the fashion industry.
- The ban on secondhand clothing imports has boosted local talent showcase and catalyzed innovation in Rwanda's fashion landscape.
- Challenges in accessing raw materials locally are being addressed by enhancing local manufacturing capacities to ensure a stable supply chain.
Rwanda is quickly emerging as a leading fashion hub in Africa, with the fashion industry experiencing significant growth driven by a rising demand for new styles and innovative designs. To gain insights into the industry's progress, CNBC Africa engaged in a conversation with Girabawe Gloria, the CEO and Founder of Flove Ltd. The interview shed light on the transformative impact of Rwanda's Maiden Rwanda policy, which aims to create a sustainable value chain for manufacturers and suppliers in the fashion sector. One of the key provisions of this policy is to provide access to financing and advanced technology to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) entering the fashion industry. A pivotal change brought about by the policy was the ban on importing secondhand clothing, which has facilitated the showcase of local talent and enhanced Rwanda's fashion landscape. The CEO highlighted how these developments have significantly boosted Rwanda's fashion industry, fostering a conducive environment for growth and innovation.
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