VOICED : Zimbabwean clothing industry struggles

The video explores the dynamics of Harare's clothing market, highlighting the appeal of affordable imported clothes to shoppers and the resulting struggles faced by Zimbabwe's local textile industry. Despite government efforts to protect local manufacturers through tariffs and taxes, issues like smuggling and corruption hinder effective enforcement, threatening the survival of local businesses.

What attracts shoppers like Avon Mahachi to the second-hand clothing market in Harare?

• The high quality of the clothes

• The affordable prices and variety

• The proximity to their homes

• The exclusive designer brands available

What is one major challenge faced by local clothing factories in Zimbabwe?

• Lack of skilled labor

• High production costs

• Limited access to raw materials

• Unfair competition from importers

How have imported clothes affected employment in Zimbabwe's textile industry?

• Created new industries

• Increased job opportunities

• No impact on employment

• Reduced the number of jobs significantly

What measures has the Zimbabwean government implemented to protect the local textile industry?

• Banning all imported clothes

• Subsidizing local factories

• Providing free training programs

• Imposing tariffs and taxes on imports

What issue does the government acknowledge as a hindrance to enforcing protective measures for the textile industry?

• Lack of public support

• Opposition from international organizations

• Insufficient funding

• Corruption among border officials