Ghana’s leather industry hampered by raw material shortages and limited markets
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on TheghanareportOur method
Ghana’s leather industry lacks raw materials and struggles to access markets, despite local companies’ ability to make quality products. The Association of Ghana Industries is calling for better cooperation with the state and supports manufacturers through training and trade fairs, according to The Ghana Report.
Ghana’s leather industry faces shortages of raw materials and limited access to markets, hampering production and the competitiveness of local manufacturers, according to The Ghana Report.
The Association of Ghana Industries says Ghanaian businesses can make quality leather products but struggle to reach enough customers to grow their operations. Edwina Assan, chair of the organisation’s clothing, textiles and leather sector, is calling for stronger collaboration between industry, public institutions and other stakeholders to open up new markets.
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