About Gofere
Gofere Sportswear was born in 2018 out of friendship, passion, and a shared love for football. Founded by three football-loving friends — Samuel Mekonen, Hassen Mohammed, and Selamu Gelaye — Gofere set out to solve a problem many African fans faced: the lack of high-quality, affordable, and customizable replica jerseys for their favorite teams.
Inspired by the strength and pride of Africa’s lion, the brand took its name from “Gofere” — meaning lion’s fur coat in Amharic. What started with just four machines and outsourced production has grown into a Pan-African sportswear powerhouse, producing over 200,000 pieces per month and reaching customers in 125 cities across 6 continents.
Vision
To be Africa’s leading sportswear brand, uniting athletes, fans, and communities through quality, innovation, and cultural pride.
Mission
To deliver world-class, affordable sportswear tailored for African athletes and enthusiasts, while empowering local industries, nurturing talent, and carrying African identity onto the global stage.
Brand Values & Philosophy
At Gofere, we believe sportswear is more than fabric — it’s identity, pride, and performance. Guided by excellence, accessibility, innovation, African heritage, and community spirit, we design apparel that unites people and empowers athletes everywhere
Commitments
To the Future
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Where is Gofere Sportswear based?
We are proudly headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with distribution reaching across Africa and beyond.
What products do you offer?
We design and manufacture sportswear for men, women, youth, schools, and professional teams — including football kits, basketball sets, training gear, fanwear, and accessories.
Do you sell internationally?
Yes! Gofere delivers to 125+ cities across six continents, including the African diaspora communities.
How can I order?
You can shop directly through our online store or connect with our sales team for bulk, team, or academy order
Do you customize jerseys and kits?
Absolutely. We specialize in customized teamwear for clubs, federations, academies, and corporate partners.
