Tuesday February 03, 2026 Introduction: Why CTA Trade Flow Benchmarks Matter Cotton, textiles, and apparel (CTA) are system sectors that form the intersection of agriculture, manufacturing, employment, logistics, sustainability, and regional integration. Few value chains offer Africa the same combination…
AFRICA COTTON, TEXTILE AND APPAREL CENTRE Policy Brief Vol. 1, 2025 Overview Mali is one of Africa’s leading cotton producers, with the industry serving as a key economic driver and a vital source of income for millions of rural farmers.…