{"id":197125,"date":"2024-07-06T12:08:17","date_gmt":"2024-07-06T12:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/07\/06\/ghana-used-clothing-dealers-association-demands-recognition-of-their-contribution-to-the-economy\/"},"modified":"2024-07-06T12:08:17","modified_gmt":"2024-07-06T12:08:17","slug":"ghana-used-clothing-dealers-association-demands-recognition-of-their-contribution-to-the-economy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/07\/06\/ghana-used-clothing-dealers-association-demands-recognition-of-their-contribution-to-the-economy\/","title":{"rendered":"Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association demands recognition of their contribution to the economy \u2013"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association (GUCDA) is urging Ghanaians to acknowledge the significant economic and social contributions of the nation\u2019s thriving second-hand clothing industry, locally known as \u201cobroni wawu.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>This call was made during a live LinkedIn session hosted by Channel One\u2019s Umaru Sanda Amadu and Brands and Communication Marketing Professional, Jannice Tagoe.<\/p>\n<p>The discussion focused on the social and environmental benefits of the second-hand clothing industry. GUCDA representatives emphasized that millions of Ghanaians rely on the affordable clothing provided by this market, which fulfills a basic need and drives significant economic activity.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, women play a vital role in this sector, making up a substantial portion of the workforce.<\/p>\n<p>Addressing misconceptions that the second-hand trade is solely waste disposal, GUCDA\u2019s General Secretary, Edward Atobrah Binkley, clarified that less than 5% of imported clothing is waste.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGUCDA actively collaborates with stakeholders, including the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), to ensure the safety of Ghanaians and the environment.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGUCDA\u2019s industry report, authored by Stephen Odonkor of Metropolitan Research Education Bureau and E-volution International, and independent reports by GIZ confirm that waste levels are minimal, around just 2%, in contrast to the misleading images circulated. Such narratives could lead to harmful regulations threatening millions of livelihoods,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n<p>Binkley emphasized GUCDA\u2019s commitment to quality, stating \u201cImporters adhere to strict standards, and collaboration with the Ghana Customs Service ensures compliance. Beyond affordability, we foster a circular economy. By reusing existing garments, we reduce the demand for resource-intensive new clothing, benefiting the environment,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>Marlvin Owusu, an Executive Member of GUCDA, emphasized that the industry is dedicated to protecting the economy, preserving the environment, and promoting sustainability for the benefit of future generations.<\/p>\n<p>Established over four decades ago, GUCDA has been a steadfast advocate for the positive impacts of the second-hand clothing industry, which fuels economic growth, empowers countless individuals, and employs approximately 2.5 million Ghanaians.<\/p>\n<p>The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association calls for continued support of this vital industry. The second-hand clothing trade demonstrably uplifts countless Ghanaians, drives economic growth, and fosters a more sustainable future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Source:\u00a0<\/strong>Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association<\/p>\n<p><!-- CONTENT END 1 --><\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association (GUCDA) is urging Ghanaians to acknowledge the significant economic and social contributions of the nation\u2019s thriving second-hand clothing industry, locally known as \u201cobroni wawu.\u201d This call was made during a live LinkedIn session hosted by Channel One\u2019s Umaru Sanda Amadu and Brands and Communication Marketing Professional, Jannice Tagoe. 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