[Bird Story Agency] Once primarily worn as wrappers and ceremonial dress, Akwete cloth is finding new life in contemporary clothing and university training. Weavers, educators and heritage specialists say expanding its market could preserve generations of knowledge while creating new livelihoods.
Nigeria: Akwete Weavers Carry An Igbo Textile Tradition Into Modern Fashion
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