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The training institution for textiles and apparels manufacturing, called Textile and Clothing Institute of Botswana (TCIB), is expected to open its doors next month, said of the Botswana Textile and Clothing Association, Mohammad Shahid Ghafoor.

The training institution is a step in the right direction for the local industry which will offer one year certificate courses in clothing manufacturing in a wide variety of skills.

Industry players said that the establishment of an institution of this kind bodes well for the country’s shortage of skilled manpower.

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The textile and clothing companies have newly formed Botswana Textile and Clothing Association (BTCA) that will help in enhancing growth and sustainability of their trade in highly competitive market. It also aims to eliminate the existing competition, especially from Asian companies in the textile and clothing industry.

According to BTCA founding president, Mr Shahid Ghafoor, it would promote the development of a globally competitive and sustainable textile and clothing sector in Botswana.