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Welcome to Cotton made in Africa’s newsroom for journalists, bloggers, influencers, and everyone else interested in Cotton made in Africa! This is where you can find a summary of all the latest news.

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Updates

Updates From the Field and Supply Chains

Stories from the field and beyond.

  • News14 September 2026

    Climate and Agriculture: How Cotton made in Africa and African People & Wildlife Focus on Farmer Participation & Dialogue

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  • News20 August 2026

    Aid by Trade Foundation Presents Annual Report for 2025

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  • News2 July 2026

    Siegelklarheit Awards Top Grade „Excellent“ to Cotton made in Africa (CmiA)

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  • News30 June 2026

    Cotton made in Africa Partners Receive Top Marks in Independent Verifications

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Photos and Videos From the Field

Here we share photos and videos showing the work and impact of Cotton made in Africa. Our photographic material may be used with credit to Cotton made in Africa, and the videos are linked directly to Cotton made in Africa’s YouTube channel.

  • A hand holding a cotton boll
  • A hand holding cotton bolls in a dry field
  • A woman with a bucket of cotton in the field
  • Farmers filling a sack with harvested cotton
  • Farmers filling a sack with harvested cotton
  • A smiling woman among a group under a tree
  • A hand holding a cotton boll
  • A smiling woman in a white coat

Watch CmiA

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For Journalists

Working on a story about CmiA or sustainable textiles in general? We are happy to support journalists with background information and expert interviews. Press trips to CmiA regions to gain a direct overview and connect with farming communities can be organised upon request.

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Send your request to christina.benbella@abt-foundation.org. We will respond within 48 hours.

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