Nortex makes strides in localization

Nortex Textile Managing Director Mukesh Josh..Pic Keoagile Bonang
Nortex Textile Managing Director Mukesh Josh..Pic Keoagile Bonang

FRANCISTOWN: Management at the country’s leading towel manufacturer, Nortex Textiles, say the company has made strides on its localisation policy.

Nortex managing director, Mukesh Josh made these remarks when speaking to Mmegi Business recently. Local textile companies have often come under fire for employing many expatriates.

Critics also said the companies hire foreigners because they offer cheap labour, while firms themselves argued that there are few skilled locals.

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