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Traceable Cotton made in Africa grows at rapid rate

05/03/2026

The number of supply chain partners tracing Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) from origin to finished product has more than doubled in a year, according to Aid by Trade Foundation, the steward of the certification.

Around 700 suppliers and producers in 25 countries can now trace CmiA, with brand partners including Bestseller, the Otto Group, OVS and Primark.

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