The Textile Waste Crisis

This chapter delves into the global textile waste trade, spotlighting the Cantamanto Market in Accra, Ghana, where used clothing is traded and its impact on the local community. It highlights the environmental challenges posed by fast fashion, the struggles of local fishermen due to pollution, and the importance of shifting towards sustainable practices in the fashion industry. Through various initiatives aimed at recycling and promoting quality over quantity, the chapter underscores the urgent need for a change in consumer attitudes towards clothing.