A Boost For Kenya’s Creative Economy
Kenya’s creative economy gets a significant boost as NCBA Group and HEVA Fund partner to launch a KES 20 Million financing facility. The goal is to provide collateral free capital to empower entrepreneurs.

Africa Fashion Week London Concludes Another Session
Africa Fashion Week London just wrapped up its 2026 show.  On its stage were African designers such as Rwanda’s Matheo Studio, Nigeria’s Dimeji Ilori, Uganda’s Joan Jade and Ethiopia’s Mastewal Alemu, among others.

Kenya Based Designer, Anil Padia of Yoshita 1967, Wins LVMH Savoir-Faire Prize 

Kenyan designer Anil Padia, founder of Yoshita 1967 has won the LVMH Savoir-Faire Prize, an award that highlights craftsmanship and knowledge behind how clothes are made. Anil is to receive €200,000 and a year of mentorship from LVMH. 
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C-Section Inspired Gown of Miss World Uganda Draw Attention

Miss World Uganda sparks conversation with a gown inspired by the 7 layers of a C-Section and the extraordinary journey of childbirth. The dress made by Ugandan designer Keesha Abdallah, was entitled “The Layers of Life”, and was showcased by Trivia Elle Muhoza in Vietnam. 
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Brand63 Africa Launches Inaugural Cohort’s Pop-Up at Harrods in London

The first ever Brand63 Africa pop-up featuring its inaugural cohort launches exclusively in Harrods on 7th September 2026. The pop-up will run until the 27th of October 2026, and features brands Christie Brown, Studio Namnyak, Abiola Olusola, Sukeina and The Cloth.
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