ZTMA argued that the concerns raised by clothing manufacturers ignore the reality that the tariffs are strategically designed to nurture newly created local capacity. To drive import substitution and ...

For more financial news, go to the News24 Business front page. Kimberley Dube takes great care with her appearance. She always looks sharp and fashionable in smart-looking jeans, t-shirts, sweatpants, ...

A discussion over the recent ban on the importation of secondhand clothing generated heated debate at a popular flea-market in Sakubva - the oldest township in this eastern border city. Brian ...

Zimbabwe on Thursday announced a ban on imported second-hand clothing, citing health risks and a negative impact on local industries. "Any future importation of second-hand clothing and shoes will be ...

Although Truworths, the South African retailer, generated over R19.9bn ($.05bn) in revenue with an operating margin of 24% in 2023, it has struggled in Zimbabwe as the cost of living crisis and rising ...

CLOTHING and textile wholesalers are reluctant to embrace the Buy Zimbabwe concept meant to support the growth of local industries, as they reportedly prefer imported fabric to buying locally-produced ...

NewsDay business reporter Victoria Mtomba (ND) caught up with Zimbabwe Clothing Manufacturers’ Association chairman Jeremy Youmans (JY) on the state of the clothing sector following the ban on ...

Trade in second hand clothes is negatively affecting a Zimbabwe’s clothing retailers’ viability, as they are now being forced to restructure and close shops. Truworths Ltd and Edgars Stores Limited – ...

Government minister claims used apparel is a ‘health hazard’ to its citizens. Zimbabwe on Thursday announced a ban on imported second-hand clothing, citing health risks and a negative impact on local ...