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Proudly Ethiopian textile and garment manufacturing company
State-of-the-art machinery, ethical workforce practices, and a strong export focus — delivering high-quality textiles and garments for international markets.
About the Company
Woinu Curtain Trade is a proudly Ethiopian textile and garment manufacturing company with over two decades of excellence and innovation in the industry. Established in 2002 with just 50 employees, the company began as a dedicated sewing factory producing high-quality curtains, bedsheets, and blinds for international buyers.
Today, headquartered in Modjo, Ethiopia, Woinu Curtain Trade employs over 430 skilled professionals — 80% of whom are women — and operates 9 fully operational production lines with over 400 modern machines. The company expanded from home textiles to a diverse range of garments and apparel while maintaining a strong export focus to European markets.
“At Woinu Curtain Trade, we don’t just manufacture textiles—we weave progress, empowerment, and excellence into every product we create.”
Leadership — CEO
Woinshet Shewatsega — CEO & owner. Woinshet Shewatsega leads Woinu Curtain Trade and Ethio-Japan Synthetic and Textile Factory. Under her leadership, the companies have earned national recognition for export performance, including multiple National Export Awards. Her leadership emphasizes export growth, quality manufacturing, and economic contribution to Ethiopia.
Vision
To be a leading force in Africa’s textile and garment industry — empowering communities through ethical manufacturing while delivering world-class products to global markets.
Mission
Manufacture high-quality textiles and garments through ethical practices, sustainable operations, and skilled craftsmanship. Create jobs, empower communities, and contribute to Ethiopia’s economic growth while delivering exceptional products.
Our Process
- Design & Material Selection: Develop designs, select fabrics, create samples tailored to client needs.
- Cutting & Stitching: Precision cutting and sewing using industrial machines.
- Finishing & Quality Check: Pressing, trimming, and strict quality inspection.
- Packing & Delivery: Folding, labeling, and preparing goods for timely shipment.
Market Analysis
Woinu Curtain Trade leverages Ethiopia’s industrial growth and strategic position to supply European markets. With a long-standing reputation from clients such as IKEA and a partly integrated vertical supply chain, the company is positioned for expansion driven by socially conscious buyers.
Goals & Strategic Priorities
- Expand global reach and enter new markets.
- Sustain quality & innovation through investment.
- Advance vertical integration for efficiency.
- Promote sustainable manufacturing practices.
Achievements
Recognitions include multiple awards for export performance and certificates of merit from government bodies, reflecting excellence in manufacturing and contribution to national economic development.
Future Plans
Priorities include scaling production capacity, investing in modern machinery and skilled labor, creating sustainable jobs for women and youth, and establishing partnerships with international buyers and NGOs to promote Ethiopian-made garments.