DODOBird：Your Expert for Second-Hand Clothing Sourcing

  Abstract This research, commissioned by Humana People to People and Sympany +, examines the socioeconomic impact of the second-hand clothes (SHC) industry in the EU27 + and three African countries (Ghana, Kenya, and Mozambique). The study utilizes a comprehensive multi-method approach to analyze the SHC value chain, trade patterns, and associated policies. Results show significant economic contributions and employment opportunities in both regions, along with environmental implications and policy considerations. 1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Motivation The global focus on sustainable development has led to increased attention on the textile and clothing industry’s environmental impact. The SHC industry plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable consumption and production by extending the lifespan of garments and reducing waste. However, its socioeconomic impact has been less explored. This study aims to fill this gap by analyzing the SHC industry’s role in the EU27 + and ...

Lin Qingqing | October 15, 2024 Chinese second-hand clothing enters African households. Introduction: Global commerce is experiencing turbulence and upheaval, and going abroad has become an unavoidable topic for many Chinese companies. The overseas market, with 6.5 billion people spread across nearly 200 countries and regions with highly uneven development, presents challenges that may far exceed entrepreneurs’ expectations or imaginations. For a long time,  硬氪 (hardkr)  has been focused on overseas markets and companies that are expanding internationally. Based on this,  硬氪 (hardkr)  has launched a new column: “出海New Land.” We will cover developed countries and regions such as Europe, the United States, Japan, and Australia, as well as emerging markets like Southeast Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. This column will focus on companies and products, analyzing the practical operations of successful companies abroad from a professional perspective. We ...