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- Pottery industry, which used to be a major source of employment earlier, is now a declining one. The industry, which used to be is one of the pride of the city of Ghariane, lying in the north-western Libya and used to be referred to as Capital of Pottery lying is now a sunset industry, declining over the years
Pottery industry, which used to be a major source of employment earlier, is now a declining one. The industry, which used to be one of the pride of the city of Ghariane, lying in the north-western Libya and used to be referred to as the Capital of Pottery lying is now a sunset industry, declining over the years. It had stopped developing in the 1980s and is struggling to keep pace with modernization. The industry was a source of employment and income to close to 200,000 people living in the city.
Libya faces several logistical challenges. Its banking systems are primitive. In order to overcome the logistical difficulties many artisans started dealing with their clients online. But the fragile banking system is a major obstacle in facilitating online payment.
Pottery industry has been a part of the identity of many Libyans. Now, the industry is languishing, which has been a major source of livelihood for many people.
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The major obstacle of the pottery industry has been the transportation of pots to various markets across the country and abroad to countries like Britain, Germany, America and Canada. There were problems emanating from shipping of the pots. Meticulous packaging is needed, since they are easily breakable. Artisans, therefore, focused on using packing materials that can protect the pots during shipments. The industry is also presently faced with labour shortages and a rise in the price of raw materials.
