William Ruto, President, Kenya will inaugurate a new clothing company, Nexgen Packaging Kenya, in Athi River on April 23, 2024. Specialising in the production of garment accessories including hangers, patches and woven labels, the facility will boost Kenya’s apparel exports to the United States, thus enhancing its forex reserves. The facility will also help Kenya create an estimated 20,000 new jobs.
The new facility will specialise in the production of various garment accessories, including hangers, patches, and woven labels. These woven labels will play a crucial role in raising consumer awareness by displaying details like fabric composition, such as ‘100 per cent cotton.’
Establishment of the factory has been facilitated by a grant from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The event will be accompanied by a ‘Made in Kenya’ expo, showcasing 14 Kenyan apparel and textile businesses that have benefited directly from American support. This expo will highlight the positive impact of US-Kenyan collaboration in strengthening the local textile sector.
The strategic decision to designate Kenya as the primary production hub for Africa affirms the nation's growing importance in the textile industry. This new facility will undoubtedly complement existing operations in Ethiopia, Egypt, and West Africa.
