Ours is the dye of Allah ! and who is better at dyeing than Allah ! And we are His worshippers .

Women are particularly active in the informal sector, where they pursue traditional economic activities (dyeing, dressmaking, hairdressing), as well as commercial, agroindustrial and modern activities (pharmacies, hotels, printing, private schools).

While critics still point to the chemicals used in making synthetic materials, this method significantly reduces water consumption and pollution, while cotton (organic or not) uses a tremendous amount of water during the growth and dyeing phases.

The contact group on textile and leather dyeing considered that additional text was needed on artisanal activities and monitoring, and more information was sought on treatment of sludges in the wool industry and safer alternatives to pentachlorophenol.