Fashion

Breaking into the international fashion market is no small feat. The competition is incredibly fierce for startups without deep pockets or established reputations. Industry statistics reveal that approximately …

British Nigerian designer Gbemi Okunlola is an icon in the global bridal fashion market. At 11 years old, she discovered her passion for creating stunning dresses. While her …

Bernice Asein, a young law student, had a passion for stitching thrifted clothes but found herself torn between her love for law and her fascination with fashion. While …

Systemic barriers often marginalise individuals, particularly those with disabilities, limiting their opportunities. In this context, Mabel Suglo stands out as a trailblazer in leadership and inclusion. The Ghanaian …

Ruth Erikan James, popularly known as Veekee James, is an accomplished fashion designer and businesswoman redefining luxury and style in the African fashion industry. Last year, when she …

Salwa Idrissi Akhannouch is a leading figure in Morocco’s business world and a key player in the development of the North African retail industry. As the founder and …

Joy Ofili-Yebovi, the CEO and Creative Director of Simplinteriors and Decor, has become a trailblazer in Nigeria’s furniture manufacturing industry. She also founded the Simplinterior School of Interior …

Maureen Obaweya is the founder and creative director of Morin.O Designs, a Nigerian luxury leather brand that combines skilled craftsmanship with African culture. While her career began in …

Sylvia Omina, founder of Omina Otsieno, has built a fashion brand that prioritises sustainability and community empowerment. Her company creates jewellery from banana fibre, a material she discovered …

Margret Chola, a grandmother from Zambia, recently made waves as she turned heads around the world in her bold outfits and style. The 85-year-old has become an unanticipated …