Africa poised to shape future of global fashion
China DailyA model dressed in an outfit partially made from fishnet poses on the runway during Kibera Fashion Week in October in Nairobi, Kenya. Despite several challenges facing the industry, continent has several unique factors that may propel it to success Editor's Note: Fashion weeks and trade shows in Africa provide platforms as local designers gain recognition for their unique style and use of local resources. According to a UNESCO report titled "The Fashion Sector in Africa: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities for Growth" released in October, the continent is emerging to become a new global fashion leader. "Africa's young, innovative and growing population, a rising middle class, rapid urbanization, and increased government support are some of the factors fueling the African fashion sector. Despite the bulk of African fashion businesses being micro or small and medium-sized enterprises targeting a hyperlocal market with ready-to-wear and made-to-order clothes, the report also identified a growing number of high-fashion brands concentrated in key markets such as Cote d'Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal and South Africa.
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