How Africa Sourcing Fashion Week (ASFW) Is Shaping the Continent’s Global Fashion Future
Nairobi was alive with energy from April 30th to May 2nd as the city played host to the 5th Edition of Africa Sourcing Fashion Week (ASFW), one of the continent’s leading sourcing and trade platforms for the textile, leather, accessories, footwear, and home décor industries. Drawing more than 3,500 visitors from over 30 countries, the three-day event brought together designers, manufacturers, buyers, policymakers, and fashion entrepreneurs all under one roof to explore the future of Africa’s fashion and manufacturing landscape. From insightful panel discussions and dynamic networking sessions to designer pop-ups, runway showcases, and conversations around sustainability, circular fashion, and digital sourcing trends, ASFW Nairobi created a vibrant meeting point where creativity met commerce. The atmosphere reflected a growing momentum across the continent — one where African fashion is not only influencing culture but increasingly shaping global conversations around innovation, production, and sustainable growth. Skander Negasi, CEO of Trade and Fairs Group, shares that ASFW was first launched 12 years ago in Ethiopia, driven by the immense potential of the region’s leather and textile industry. Five years ago, the platform expanded with a Kenya edition, further strengthening its footprint on the continent. For West Africa, Senegal serves as the host […]
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