Fragmented Data on SHC Supply Chain Makes It Difficult to Accurately Assess Stakeholder Impact

A Bustling Hub Owino Market is a major economic hub, providing affordable clothing and employment for thousands, including importers, distributors, vendors, tailors, and informal waste collectors. It supports broad economic participation, with a significant proportion of participants advancing from entry-level roles (e.g. bale carriers) to retailers and distributors, though this is more likely for retailers than vendors, and those with higher education levels. J Stimp / Flickr 2.0

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25 March 2025

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25 March 2025

Uganda is the fifth largest importer of second-hand clothing in Africa, and the Owino Market in capital Kampala is key to the trade in the country. A recent report looked at Owino and its impact on business and livelihoods. Study author Jennifer Wang talks about the fine print in the report.

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Fragmented Data on SHC Supply Chain Makes It Difficult to Accurately Assess Stakeholder Impact

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