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VINTAGE OR VIOLENCE

GOOD OLD DAYS

Jul 7, 2021
Morine Wavamunno, a philanthropist and businesswoman who owned a thriving textile business and fashion house, discusses the impact of secondhand clothing on Uganda's textile industry, the challenges faced by fashion designers in Kampala, and the desire to revive Uganda's beauty through flexible structures and support for the informal sector.
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Quick takeaways

  • Despite facing setbacks and challenges, Maureen Wavamuno reminisces about the productive and prosperous times of her fashion house in Uganda's textile industry.
  • Maureen Wavamuno believes that with the right changes and the passion of young designers, Uganda can reclaim its position as a hub for manufacturing and textile production, emphasizing the importance of flexibility, ingenuity, and adapting to the current circumstances to revive the industry.

Deep dives

The Rise and Fall of Moa Designs

Maureen Wavamuno, one of the founding members of Moa Designs in Uganda, shares her journey in the textile industry. In the late 1970s, she started her fashion house with the vision of becoming the number one fashion brand in Kampala. She established a factory, focused on mass production, and even had an outlet in a prominent location. However, due to various challenges, including looting and the influx of secondhand clothing, her business faced setbacks and eventually closed. Despite the difficulties, Maureen reminisces about the productive and prosperous times of her fashion house.

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