The East Africa Textile and Leather Week (EALTW) serves as a platform to showcase Kenya's textile and leather industries, attracting industry players, buyers, and stakeholders from across East Africa and beyond. The event taking place at Sarit Expo Centre provides an ideal setting for manufacturers, designers, and exporters to exhibit their products, network, and explore potential business opportunities.
The focus of EATLW is on accelerating sustainability in East Africa's textile and leather industries. Kenya's textile and leather sectors have embraced environmentally friendly production methods, including the use of organic and recycled materials, as well as adopting eco-conscious manufacturing processes.
The event features interactive panel discussions with industry experts and key stakeholders, sharing insights on the latest trends, technologies, and business practices in the textile and leather sectors. These knowledge-sharing sessions empower local manufacturers and artisans, equipping them with the necessary tools and information to enhance their competitiveness in the global market.
With its commitment to promoting and showcasing Kenya's rich textile and leather products, KEPROBA aims to enhance the country's position as a leading exporter in the East African region. The agency's team provides essential insights and guidance on export trade practices, helping businesses seize global market opportunities.
Additionally, KEPROBA promotes the Buy Kenya Build Kenya initiative, emphasizing the need to grow Made in Kenya brands and encouraging support for the local industry. This initiative has the potential to strengthen the textile and leather value chains by promoting investment in local manufacturing capabilities, fostering collaboration between stakeholders, and facilitating the adoption of sustainable and ethical practices.
The Made in Kenya mark of identity plays a vital role in promoting Kenyan products in both local and international markets. It signifies the origin of goods, instils consumer confidence, and helps distinguish authentic Kenyan products from their counterparts. This mark serves as a testament to the quality, creativity, and authenticity associated with Kenyan textiles and leather products. Notable adoptees of the Made in Kenya brand mark, such as Sanabora Leather, Jeilo Collections, Eden Leather, and Akinyi Odongo Kenya, are exhibiting at the event and have made significant strides in the global market.
The government has recognized the immense potential of the textile and leather sectors in driving export-led economic growth. Consequently, these sectors have been prioritized as key value chains. EALTW provides an excellent opportunity to showcase Kenya's capabilities, attract investments, and foster international collaborations to propel the textile and leather industries forward.