Kenya is emerging as one of Africa’s most credible apparel sourcing destinations as brands diversify beyond Asia amid tariff, compliance and supply-chain risks.
TexPro data shows apparel exports rose 11.1 per cent year on year in Q1 2026, supported by balanced knitted and woven apparel growth.
However, heavy dependence on the US market and limited upstream textile capacity remain key challenges.Kenya is emerging as one of Africa’s most credible apparel sourcing destinations as brands diversify beyond Asia amid tariff, compliance and supply-chain risks.
TexPro data shows apparel exports rose 11.1 per cent year on year in Q1 2026, supported by balanced knitted and woven apparel growth.
However, heavy dependence on the US market and limited upstream textile capacity remain key challenges.
