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Africa launches investment platform for cotton at WTO

African countries unveiled a new platform at the World Trade Organization to attract investment and upgrade the cotton-to-clothing value chain.

Published Mar 26, 2026, 10:24 AM EDT | WFMZZ

African countries are launching a platform at the World Trade Organization to mobilise investment aimed at transforming the cotton, textile and clothing value chain. The initiative is intended to bolster the continent's cotton sector and support downstream industries.