Browsing by Author "Rammule, Mahlakolane Pascalina"

Now showing 1 - 1 of 1
  • Thumbnail Image
    ItemOpen Access
    Impact of International and local value chain challenges on the employees' working conditions in apparel factories, Maputsoe, Lesotho
    (National University of Lesotho) Rammule, Mahlakolane Pascalina; Musi, Mokone
    The apparel industry in Lesotho has been a major source of employment, yet working conditions of employees have long been a concern. This research aimed to investigate the impact of international and local value chain challenges on the working conditions of employees in apparel factories in Maputsoe, Lesotho. The research questions focusing on the effects of cost containment measures, quality control standards, high labour reserve, labour laws and policies on the working conditions of employees. This study employed a qualitative approach to gather primary data. The primary data was analysed using thematic analysis to provide a comprehensive understanding of the findings. The findings revealed that the apparel industry in Maputsoe, Lesotho, faces value chain challenges that influence employees working conditions, including exposure to exploitative practices and low wages among others. Finally, the study concluded that challenges within the apparel value chain have a significant impact on the working conditions of employees. The recommendations suggested that the management of firms, labour unions and policy makers should collaborate to improve working conditions of employees such as increased wages.