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East African leather sector call for government efforts

Published: February 3, 2021

Representatives from the East African leather industry have called for efforts in the development of policies between governments and the private sector.

Major Chinese shoemaker takes over industrial park in Ethiopia

Published: June 19, 2019

A major Chinese footwear manufacturer has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ethiopian authorities to take over the management and operational activities of the US$61 million industrial park.

Ethiopian Highland Leather heading for Paris fair debut

Published: August 9, 2018

Stakeholders involved in a project focussed on developing an ‘Ethiopian Highland Leather’ brand will be displaying their finished leather products at the upcoming Première Classe Paris exhibition, taking place September 7-10. The Ethiopia based leather and leather products manufacturers have been receiving ongoing practical support from Japan based industry experts.

Ethiopian delegation visits CLIA

Published: June 2, 2015

An Ethiopian leather and textile delegation composed of nine members paid a visit to CLIA in Beijing on May 27. They are seeking ways to boost bilateral cooperation and development in the leather and textile industries, CLIA’ President Su Chaoying and Vice Secretary-General Chen Zhanguang held talks with the delegates.

AALF lacking a professional appeal

Published: February 28, 2015

The eighth edition of the All Africa Leather Fair (AALF) took place in Addis Ababa and was reported as being quiet and lacking a truly professional appeal.

Assomac host Ethiopian delegation

Published: October 9, 2014

The Italian tannery, footwear and leather goods machinery makers association (Assomac) has hosted a delegation from Ethiopia organised by UNIDO today (October 9). The delegation will visit Assomac headquarters and the tanning district of Santa Croce in Tuscany.