The invasion of second-hand clothes in Africa
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Part of what the West decides not to wear is sent with a one-way ticket to Africa, which is good for the environment, but not for the local economy.
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Where is our future': Uganda declares war on used clothing, Business and Economy
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A war on second-hand clothes - New Vision Official
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Clothing in Africa - Wikipedia
Yaga Gets Million To Grow The Market For Used Clothing In, 51% OFF
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Where is our future': Uganda declares war on used clothing, Business and Economy
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Fast Fashion Is Creating an Environmental Crisis
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Africa GreenBiz
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Where is our future': Uganda declares war on used clothing, Business and Economy
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READ: African Resistance to Colonialism (article)