Featured Events

There are a lot of good causes in the world. That said, you’re unlikely to have more fun with a small donation than you are with Passion For Motherland on Friday 21st August at 6pm in Hackney Town Hall. Africa Fashion caught up with founder Lisette Mibo at Kensington Olympia …

Anyone who’s seen the news in recent times will know just how much devastation has been caused by rival factions in the Congo. It is renown for being one of the most dangerous places on Earth for women. But change is happening and you can be part of that change …

With a flurry of actively around the final preparations, a lot of news is being generated around AFWL 2015. We have scanned our inbox for the three best stories – and here they are! First up, there are the music artists who will be performing at London’s Olympia this weekend. …

The weekend is coming and most people are starting to make plans. Do you love fashion and shopping? Are you totally up for the idea of getting lost in inspiration? Then consider heading down to Africa Fashion Week London (AFWL) which is on at Kensington Olympia this Friday and Saturday – 7th & 8th …

As Obama prepares for his last 500 days in office, so America’s agenda has moved toward peace and relationship building – looking outward to try and create a positive legacy for Barak. Part of this new stance, sees the President flying to what many Africans consider his spiritual home – …

Despite being less than 5 years old, Africa Fashion Week London is already one of the biggest and most important events in the calendar. If you’re anywhere near West London on 7th or 8th August, then we strongly recommend you attend, with tickets starting at just £7. Zeitgeist is a …

Nelson Mandela’s International Day focuses our attention on each other – and our responsibilities to live Madiba’s legacy forever through the work we all do. Every year, on Mandela Day, people around the world are asked by the Nelson Mandela Foundation to spare one minute for every year of Mr. Mandela’s public service …

Everything we’ve done makes this life what it is. As years pass, we look back on failures and successes. So many special days, memorable days and remarkable days. Each one a milestone to mark the passage of time. Birthdays are one such day – made all the more poignant by death. …

On Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July, London’s famous Southbank Centre will host a celebration of the life and work of Nelson Mandela – with special focus given to his commitment to making the world a better place. Africa Fashion presents an exclusive interview with Rachel Holmes, festival programmer for the Mandela Weekend. …

In the UK, August really is turning into a month long celebration of African fashion and culture. Now in its 3rd year, Passion for Motherland promises a vibrant showcase of fashion, poetry and live music. While everyone aims to have fun on the evening, there is a serious set of causes …

Saturday 4th July sees the West Midlands city of Birmingham transformed into a Zimbabwean centre of fashion excellence, with a 24-hour event that kicks off at mid-day. Here at Africa Fashion, we are all about celebrating the amazing depth of talent that the continent has to offer – and today …

Passion 4 Fashion Africa is an annual event which brings together a wide range of talent in order to promote ethical fashion. Sallet Fashion House and partners Adam Group production, New York Fashion Designers Expo and CCWC Network Corps are bringing Passion 4 Fashion Africa to the catwalk in New York this September. Sallet’s own fashion house …

While every person on the plant considers clothing on a more or less regular basis, Africa Fashion has noticed that there’s nothing like a good oil discovery to boost a nations consumption of the finest couture. Never has that been more true than for the tiny state of Equatorial Guinea …

With an impressive history as a trading hub, Ethiopia’s recent history has been coloured by repeated droughts and territorial issues with Eritrea and Somalia. As the world’s demand for coffee continually increases, Ethiopia is set for continued economic expansion – and what better way to celebrate than with an annual exhibition …

Pageants can be seen as glamorous or exploitative, depending on their organisation and purpose. With a strong dedication to helping the ‘I am able’ charity, the Miss Black Africa UK event promises to do good through the attention garnered by the winner – so maybe you know someone who might …

Having proven a big success in New York back in May, the 1:54 contemporary African art fair will arrive in London’s Somerset House on 15th October 2015 for a three day stint. This will be the third time that the event has been run and it promises to be a must-see …