A Comparative Analysis of Mauritian and Kenyan Export Processing Zones Textiles Firms, 1999-2005
Publication Type:
Discussion PaperSource:
(2009)ISBN:
9966948147Call Number:
DP 109/2009Keywords:
Textile; Kenya; Internatinal tradeAbstract:
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The Export Processing Zones (EPZs) have
become a new model of promoting exports and attracting Foreign Direct
Investment (FDI). This notwithstanding, the implementation method may lead to
different outcomes. While Mauritius successfully implemented the EPZ programme
in the 1970s and managed to maintain its position as a strong global clothing
and textiles trade contender, Kenya has not been as successful in securing a
significant share of the market, yet it had opportunities for learning-by-doing
given that its EPZ programme came on board two decades after Mauritius. This
research compares the performance of EPZ firms in Kenya and Mauritius and
explains why Mauritius has been successful, using AGOA as a catalyst. The
results indicate that while EPZs have been beneficial to both countries,
Mauritius out-performed Kenya in various aspects. Although Kenya is showing
signs of catching up, she faces serious challenges in the advent of AGOA IV,
which should be addressed immediately.
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