The top seven African design trends Published by Jens Martin Skibsted on 1 June 2015 From fashion to architecture to art, here are seven design trends that the continent is currently experiencing.
Talking the business of fashion with Ethiopian designer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 18 May 2015 “I started from the bottom, but I have an opportunity to make it to the top and live a life that is beyond paying my bills.”
VIDEO: Designer goods brand weaving in African culture Published by Staff Writer on 28 November 2014 Greer Valley and Themba Mntambo are the co-founders of Kushn, a designer goods brand that combines leather with African woven textiles.
‘Tough times don’t last, tough people do,’ says fashion designer Sally Karago Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 11 November 2014 How Kenya’s Sally Karago built her fashion business.
Cameroon must roar: at a 7% minimum Published by Carlos Lopes on 12 August 2014 I am convinced Cameroon can do much better economically.
Nigerian shoemaker on finding her passion Published by Kate Douglas on 6 June 2014 Elizabeth Ojelua’s handmade shoes and bags are gaining a following in Nigeria.
‘You have to risk it to make it,’ says Kenyan fashion designer Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 17 March 2014 Wambui Mukenyi’s fashion label of the same name has been well received.
Fashion store owner on recovering from the Westgate mall attack Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 3 February 2014 Last year’s terrorist attack in Kenya’s capital has had an adverse effect on businesses operating in the shopping centre.
Made in Ethiopia: Fashion retailer H&M looks to sub-Saharan Africa for suppliers Published by Jaco Maritz on 21 January 2014 “We see great potential in Ethiopia and we see that we can contribute to jobs and reduce the unemployment in the country.”
It is the time for African fashion, says leading Malawian designer Published by Kate Douglas on 14 January 2014 Fashion designer Lilly Alfonso has gained local and international recognition for her African prints and designs.
Made in Africa: Kenyan jewellery brand takes African design international Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 8 November 2013 “The idea was to create a company that would manufacture high quality handicraft using modern designs, handmade in Africa.”
How KikoRomeo became one of East Africa’s leading fashion labels Published by Dinfin Mulupi on 16 July 2013 Ann McCreath quit her job at an NGO to start KikoRomeo, which is today one of East Africa’s leading fashion brands.
Increasingly wealthy Nigerians: fast cars, healthy foods and fashionable clothing Published by Kate Douglas on 13 February 2013 Nigeria offers investment potential for companies looking to capitalise off the population’s increased consumer spending power.
Mango targeting Nigerian women with high street fashion Published by Jaco Maritz on 7 February 2011 Spanish fashion retailer Mango aims to have a presences in each of Nigeria’s major cities.
