Renowned international fashion model, Belinda Baidoo, has called on the government and private investors to support Ghana’s fashion industry with financial backing.She noted that the industry, despite its great potential, lacks proper funding and attention, which limits its ability to gain global recognition.

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Speaking to Graphic Showbiz, Baidoo emphasized that the fashion sector is vital for creating jobs, generating income, and boosting the country’s economy.“The fashion industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the country, yet it continues to face neglect.

is an industry that can provide employment and boost economic growth if the right attention is given to it,” she stated.She appealed

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to the government to reduce the heavy taxes on fashion imports and offer financial support to local manufacturers, designers, and retailers to ease their financial challenges.“We need funds. The government needs to pour funds into fashion. What we overlook is what some of us have dedicated our whole lives to. We need to support the creative side of the industry.

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The women at Makola, the local manufacturers, the very people who import these items for mass production, and the entrepreneurs striving to grow their businesses — these are the people who need help.“When tourists visit Ghana, they shop everywhere, not just in fancy stores. Supporting these local players is crucial if we want to see growth in our industry, just like what is happening elsewhere,” she added.

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