Challenges faced by the clothing sector in Zimbabwe

Abstract

The aim of this paper was to highlight the major challenges faced by clothing companies in Zimbabwe. The rise came as a result of the outcry from clothing companies in Zimbabwe. Firms in the clothing sector rely on imported fabric for production in order for them to better service its customers. The paper looks at challenges and how they are affecting operations. This is a conceptual paper and the methodology used is a desktop research and an in depth interview with the clothing sector chairman. The findings of the paper confirms that the major challenges in the sector were cheap imported clothing from Asia and second hand clothing coming through charity organisations. The study concludes that local companies need to consider buying from local clothing manufacturing firms before making importation decisions. The government needs to implement measures to protect the local industry as it is a major source of employment.