East Africa Textile And Leather Week (EATLW) 2023 Accelerating East Africa’s Sustainability In The Textile And Leather Industries – NFH

Nairobi, Kenya, Sarit Expo Center, Wed., June 28th–Fri., June 30thWith a projected market value of $31 billion in 2020, the fashion and textile business is Africa’s second-largest industry after agriculture. Growing annually, it has the capacity to produce millions of jobs across the continent, particularly for women and young people.The eagerly awaited EAST AFRICA TEXTILE AND LEATHER WEEK (EATLW) 2023 edition is the most prestigious gathering venue for the home textile, leather accessories, and footwear sectors and is ready to revolutionize the East African textile industry.Leading African and international decision-makers from all points along the fashion value chain will gather in June to assess upcoming trends and costs.Key industry players and thought leaders are brought together by EATLW to have in-depth conversations, look into business opportunities, and see the incredible potential of the garment manufacturing industry in East Africa.with an emphasis on innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability. Three thousand five hundred wholesalers, retailers, chains, manufacturers, and dealers from East and Central Africa will attend the event along with 150 exhibitors from East Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.Carvico Ethiopia Plc, Leather Masters Kenya, Starsewing Dubai, Desta Plc, and Josef Seibel are a few notable exhibitors. The three-day RUNWAY KENYA ready-to-wear fashion show will include clothing and accessory designers from all over East Africa, hosted by Couture Africa Magazine in partnership with Ajuma Limited.The Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry, EPZA, The Leather Apex Society of Kenya, Ubunifu Association, Women in Business, and Fashion Agenda Africa are a few other significant partners.The CEO of Trade & Fairs Consulting GmbH, Mr. Skander Negasi, said, “We are delighted to host East Africa Textile and Leather Week, a platform that highlights the rich tradition, craftsmanship, and tremendous promise of the East African textile and leather sector.“EATLW is more than just a conference; it serves as a catalyst for the industry’s development, cooperation, and advancement. We cordially encourage all interested parties, international investors, and fashion fans to join us on this remarkable adventure.Sarit Expo Center, Main Hall / Nairobi, KenyaDaily 10.00 am – 6.00 pm EATLW ExhibitionChanges in program structure or exchange of speakers or referees remain reserved | www.eatlw.comCONFERENCE PLANDAY 1 28th June 20239.00 am – 10.30 am Registration11.00 am-noon Inauguration and opening ceremonyPrincipal Secretary, Department of IndustryMinistry of Investment, Trade and IndustryExports Processing Zones Authority (EPZA)1.00 pm – 2.00 pm LUNCH BREAK2.00 pm – 2.45 pm A critical analysis of government policies and initiatives; Agenda to boost production and create employment in the leather and textile industries in the regionSpeakers: EPZAMinistry of Investment, Trade and Industry3.00 pm – 4.00 pm BRAND IDENTITY AND SOURCING SME Dialog session: Establishing a brand name that speaksto the market to enable scaling and enhancing the taking of large orders for international marketsSpeakers: KENIVESTModerator: Ms. Grace Mbugua, CEO of Jeilo Collections and Chairperson, Ubunifu Association5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Fashion ShowRunway Kenya by Couture Africa CONFERENCE PLANDAY 2 29th June 20239.00 am – 10.00 am Registration10.30 am – 11.15 am Women‘s economic empowerment in the textile, apparel, and leather industries: Strategies forpromoting gender equality and empowerment in the industrySpeakers: Women in BusinessCaroline Ngumba – Program Manager Sustainable Manufacturing – Textiles & Apparel (IDH)Catherine Ndungu – CE0, Design 365 / Ubunifu Association11.30 am – 12.45 pm PRESENTATION Combating counterfeits in East Africa: A comprehensive approach toenhancing local sourcing in the textile and apparel industrySpeakers: Anti-Counterfeit Authority EPZA1.00 pm – 2.00 pm LUNCH BREAK2.00 pm – 2.30 pm Opportunities in the leather, textile, and apparel industry: Financing and investment prospects for industry growthSpeakers: KenInvest KEPSA2.45 pm – 3.30 pm The rise of African fashion: Sustainable textiles pioneers from East and Central Africa regionSpeakers: Ms. Akinyi Odongo, OGW – President & Founder, Fashion Agenda Africa (FAA)Ms. Aulgah Nato – International Multi Award Winning Fashion DesignerModerator: Ms. Connie Aluoch – Award-Winning Stylist, Connie Aluoch Styling Management3.45 pm – 4.20 pm Protecting intellectual property in the Textile and apparel industry: Strategies forsafeguarding designs, trademarks, and patentsPresentation: KIPI4.20 pm – 5.00 pm Fashioning sustainability in design-led businesses: Systems for sustainability and the role ofdiversity and Inclusivity in shaping wearable designSpeaker: EPZADavid Avido, Kibera Fashion WeekOlive Gachara5.00 pm – 6.00 pm Fashion ShowRunway Kenya by Couture Africa CONFERENCE PLANDAY 3 30th June 20239.00 am – 10.00 am Registration10.30 am – 11.15 am Leveraging government support and exploring new markets to promote growth andcompetitiveness in the East African leather sectorSpeakers: Leather Apex Society of KenyaMinistry of Livestock11.30 am – 12.45 pm PRESENTATION Strategies towards overcoming challenges such as high investment costsand the need for incentives to attract investment in the leather industrySpeaker: Leather Apex Society of Kenya1.00 pm – 2.00 pm LUNCH BREAK2.00 pm – 2.45 pm Panel Discussion by Couture Africa3.00 pm – 5.00 pm Fashion Show Mega FinalRunway Kenya by Couture AfricaKenya’s Textile And Apparel SectorThe nation’s current textile and clothing businesses create a wide range of goods.While integrated mills provide a wide range of goods such as yarn, fabrics (knitted and woven), canvas, school and travel bags, blankets, sweaters, shawls, uniforms, towels, baby diapers, and knitted clothing, spinning enterprises generate yarn (including industrial) and sewing thread. On the other hand, garment producers provide a variety of clothing for both the domestic market and export.Men’s apparel is produced by about 46% of the garment factories, while the remainder makes woven chemise and robes, slacks, Kaunda suits (for men), and knitted, and woven clothing.Investments in cotton farming, cotton ginning, spinning, weaving, as well as the manufacturing of clothing and other goods, are guaranteed to have ready access to local, regional, and global markets. Kenya offers advantageous production incentives and enticing investment incentives.Only 15 of Kenya’s 52 textile mills are now in operation, and they only use less than 45% of their total capacity. In Kenya, there are thousands of clothing businesses. There are over 170 middle and big businesses and over 74,000 small and micro businesses.The Export Processing Zones are home to twenty-one businesses, each of which employs 1,800 people on average.Content courtesy of Couture Africa, East Africa Textile And Leather Week & NFH  Like this:Like Loading…Related