The second‐hand clothing distribution channel: Opportunities for retail entrepreneurs in Malawi

This preliminary study describes the Malawi second-hand clothing market and recommends strategies for improved distribution by entrepreneurs. Preliminary findings suggest organizational structure and effective distribution channel relationships may lead small-scale entrepreneurial ventures to grow i...

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Published in:Journal of fashion marketing and management 2005-01, Vol.9 (3), p.342-356
Main Authors: Mhango, Mary W, Niehm, Linda S
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Consignment buying
Consumers
Consumption
Developing countries
Distribution channels
Economic aid
Economic development
Entrepreneurs
Exports
Feasibility studies
Flea markets
Garage sales
International trade
Inventory control
LDCs
Market potential
Profits
Retail stores
Retailing industry
Studies
Thrift stores
Used goods
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Summary:This preliminary study describes the Malawi second-hand clothing market and recommends strategies for improved distribution by entrepreneurs. Preliminary findings suggest organizational structure and effective distribution channel relationships may lead small-scale entrepreneurial ventures to grow in the Malawi formal market. It is apparent that second-hand clothing retail entrepreneurs have significant location and resource advantages to leverage in the Malawi domestic market.
ISSN:1361-2026
1758-7433
DOI:10.1108/13612020510610462