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South Africa’s Old School Is Taking on the Global Athleisure Market

The clothing startup is riding a wave of interest in throwback team jerseys and looking to break out of its home market through partnerships with sports giants such as the NBA.
Inside the Old School flagship store in Hazelwood, South Africa.
Inside the Old School flagship store in Hazelwood, South Africa. (Old School via Instagram)

A South African clothing startup is taking on the global athleisure market, going from a college dorm room to partnerships with sports giants such as the National Basketball Association and Manchester City Football Club in just seven years.

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