We are pleased to share that Desta PLC will participate as a panelist in the upcoming discussion, “Sourcing Africa: Opportunities for Growth.”
This important panel will bring together key voices from the global textile and apparel industry, development partners, and African producers to explore:
• Africa’s growing role as a sustainable sourcing destination
• Opportunities and challenges for international buyers
• Support mechanisms to build resilient supply chains
• Real-life experiences from companies sourcing and producing in Africa
Our General Manager, Mr. Eyob Bekele, will represent Desta PLC by sharing insights on:
• How Desta has built reliable partnerships and capacity in Ethiopia
• The investments made in skills, infrastructure, and sustainability
• Challenges faced and how we navigate them to meet global standards
Panel Highlights:
• Theme: Sourcing Africa: Opportunities for Growth
• Speakers include: Carsten Schreiter (Dialog Textil & Bekleidung), Elke Wiedemann (GIZ Ethiopia), Heidy van der Ploeg (CBI Netherlands), and Desta PLC (Ethiopia)
• Format: Guided discussion, audience interaction, and key takeaways
Why Attend?
Africa is gaining momentum as a competitive sourcing region with young talent, renewable energy, and growing production capacity. This is a valuable chance to hear first-hand experiences and explore how Africa can shape the future of sustainable supply chains.
We warmly invite our partners, clients, and industry peers to join the panel and be part of the conversation.
A special thank you to GIZ Ethiopia and Djibouti for their continued support in making this possible.