In the fall of 2024, three major exhibitions dedicated to African fashion history opened on the East Coast. The catalyst was Dr. Christine Checinska's seminal 2022 “Africa Fashion” exhibit in London’s ...

Maryam Hampton explores her West African heritage with AncestryDNA, sharing results from Benin, Togo, Cameroon, Congo, and Nigeria. She cooks traditional dishes like Fried Plantains and Atassi (Waakye ...

In 2025, the Nigerian fashion scene was shaped by a mix of landmark anniversaries, high-profile cultural moments, and a push ...

Ayaya Africa is a fashion creative enterprise rooted in sustainability, craftsmanship, and African design storytelling ...

In this ESSENCE Fashion House discussion, journalist Nana Agyemang who is also the Chief Executive Officer of EveryStylishGirl, assembled a diverse panel of African designers, fashion experts, and ...

Nigeria’s fashion industry has evolved from a cultural expression to a major economic force. Beyond its cultural and creative ...

A UNESCO report released during Lagos Fashion Week on Oct. 26, predicts Africa’s fashion industry is growing quickly to keep up with the international and local demand for its art but warns that the ...

Their clothes are bold, inspired by Africa’s traditional colors and textures, and they are making an impact far beyond their home continent. A new generation of young African fashion bloggers and ...

Emmanuel Nwaneto (E.M.E) Ethiopian dance choreographed by Kaleab Alemu and Menna Tarekegne West African dance by Ola Folarin and Esther Amato Togolese/Congolese mashup dance by Esther Amato and Joshua ...

By Makeba Boateng, Lead Curator – Alternative Fashion Fabric Fair | Founder, Fashion Forum Africa\xa0Africa’s fashion story ...