VOICED : Foreigners flock to Florence to learn

In a small workshop, students from various backgrounds, including Bukola from Nigeria, are learning the art of shoe making at the Reachi Academy. The course, led by master cobbler Angelo Imperatritsa, highlights the challenges faced by artisans due to Italian bureaucracy. Despite these challenges, students like Mashiane, who left a television job in Singapore, are eager to start their own shoe brands. The course aims to equip students with skills to overcome industry difficulties and succeed in the leather industry.

What is the main reason students like Bukola are attending the Reachi Academy?

• To study Italian culture

• To explore different art forms

• To learn how to repair shoes

• To learn the art of shoe making

What challenge does Angelo Imperatritsa highlight about the shoe making industry?

• High cost of materials

• Lack of skilled workers

• Italian bureaucracy

• Competition from other countries

What is the background of Daniely before joining the shoe making course?

• He was a shoe repairer

• He was a fashion designer

• He was a leather supplier

• He was a teacher

What is Mashiane's target audience for his future shoe brand?

• Children

• Teenagers

• Athletes

• Professional women

What is Italy celebrated for, according to the video?

• Its fashion shows

• Its culinary arts

• Its leather industry

• Its architecture