FashionEVO × British Council Present Women, Creativity & Leadership in the Creative Economy
In celebration of International Women’s Month, FashionEVO, in collaboration with the British Council, presents an intimate convening of women shaping the future of the creative economy. At a time when the influence of women across creative industries continues to expand, this gathering brings together a curated circle of visionary leaders, creators, and cultural thinkers for an evening of meaningful dialogue, connection, and shared inspiration. Designed as a reflective Post-International Women’s Day experience, the event creates space for deeper conversations around creativity, leadership, and the evolving role of women in driving cultural and economic transformation.
“Women are not just participating in the creative economy; we are redefining it. Through our ideas, our resilience, and our ability to build from vision, we are shaping culture in ways that are both powerful and enduring. This gathering is about creating space, space for honest conversations, for shared experiences, and for the kind of connections that inspire new possibilities. Blueprints & Breakthroughs is an extension of that vision documenting not just success, but the journey, the process, and the leadership behind it.” — Dr. Yetty Ogunnubi Founder, FashionEVOIntroducing: Blueprints & Breakthroughs This gathering also marks the official launch of Blueprints & Breakthroughs, a new FashionEVO series dedicated to spotlighting the journeys, insights, and impact of women leading across the creative landscape. The series will explore the intersection of creativity and leadership, documenting the ideas, challenges, and defining moments that shape successful women in the creative economy. Bringing together a select group of 50 exceptional women, this invitation-only experience is intentionally designed to foster authentic connection and high-value exchange within an intimate setting. Guests can expect a thoughtfully curated evening that blends conversation, community, and creative expression. In keeping with the spirit of individuality and artistic freedom, the dress code for the evening is Boho Black Affair, an invitation to interpret black through texture, movement, and personal style. ⸻ This is a strictly by-invitation gathering.
Nairobi Fashion Week 2026 Sets the Decarbonize Agenda for African Fashion
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Woven Threads Announces 2026 Edition, “CRAFTED”
LAGOS, NIGERIA — Style House Files (SHF) is pleased to announce the 2026 edition of Woven Threads, featuring the theme: “CRAFTED.” Taking place from April 9th to 12th, the platform will bring together designers and innovators to explore practical, locally rooted pathways toward a more sustainable fashion ecosystem.
Since its inception, Woven Threads has convened hundreds of designers, innovators, and industry stakeholders to advance circularity, sustainability, and responsible production across Africa’s fashion and textile value chains. The platform continues to sit at the center of conversations on craft, materiality, and systems-led thinking shaping the future of fashion on the continent. [caption id="attachment_19816" align="alignnone" width="819"]
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Building on the success of the 2025 cross-continental dialogues in London and Lagos, this year’s edition introduces “CRAFTED”, a three-day experience that spotlights contemporary circular design, material innovation, and systems-led thinking. The 2026 platform approaches sustainability as a lived practice embedded in material knowledge, community-based production, and adaptive reuse. Craft is positioned not as heritage alone, but as an active framework informing how fashion is made, scaled, and sustained across the continent.
Woven Threads will unfold as a curated, design-led environment comprising:
- An Exhibition: Showcasing the continent’s finest circular designers and innovators.
- A Knowledge Exchange: Facilitating dialogues on material intelligence and systems-led thinking.
- A Marketplace: Connecting craft-focused businesses, textile entrepreneurs, and accessories brands with global partners.
- The Showcase: Positioning Africa as a site of knowledge and solutions where traditional practices and modern ideas converge.
Africa Creative Market: A Five-City Global Activation with Zambia as the 2026 Main Host.
Lusaka, Zambia | Cannes | Lagos | Johannesburg | Kigali — 2026
The Africa Creative Market (ACM) has officially announced its 2026 edition, marking five years of impact with a bold, five-city global activation. The milestone year will be anchored by a six-day flagship event in Lusaka, Zambia, following highly successful satellite activations in Cannes, Lagos, Johannesburg, and Kigali. Following a strong Zambian delegation to ACM in Nigeria last year, ACM has now formally partnered with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Arts and a host of Zambian stakeholders to bring the continent’s most ambitious creative economy convening to Zambia in 2026. The Lusaka edition will integrate seamlessly with the Creative Industry Business Summit and the Kwimbo National Arts Festival, positioning Zambia as a leading creative and film destination while attracting global investors, creators, studios, platforms, policymakers, and cultural leaders. “Zambia is proud to host Africa Creative Market 2026. This partnership reflects our commitment to building a vibrant creative economy that creates jobs especially for our youth, attracts investment, and positions Zambia as a destination for film, culture, and innovation. We look forward to welcoming the world to Lusaka.” Kangwa Chileshe, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Youth, Sport and Arts, Zambia. “ACM turns five in 2026, and this moment is about scale, substance, and legacy. Hosting our main event in Zambia, after an incredible delegation experience in Nigeria, signals the future of African collaboration. From Cannes to Lusaka, Lagos to Johannesburg and Kigali, ACM 2026 is Africa showing up globally, together.” Inya Lawal, Founder, Africa Creative Market [caption id="attachment_19676" align="alignnone" width="1024"]
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A Five-City Vision
ACM 2026 will amplify Africa’s creative voice on the world stage while deepening cross-border partnerships and market access as it spotlights Film, Games, Animation, AR/VR/XR, Fashion, Art, Music, Dance, and Digital Media, delivering a high-impact mix of:
- Conference sessions & expert-led masterclasses
- Art, fashion, and digital exhibitions
- Finance & investment hubs
- Women in Film and TV Africa Conference and Awards
- B2B and B2G networking and deal rooms
- VIP lounges and curated receptions
- Launches, cocktail gatherings, and bilateral meetings
- Hackathons, game centres, and innovation showcases
Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2025 Closes with Milestone Showcases and a Powerful Celebration of Emerging African Creativity
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Witness the Unveiling of Nigeria’s First-Ever 30-Foot Christmas Tree Made Entirely from Nigerian Fabrics
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The Runway Coterie Unveils 20 Designers in a Landmark Showcase at Entertainment Week Africa 2025
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World Fashion Week Dubai: A Celebration of Global Creativity and Innovation
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DOS Unveils Its New Identity and Store with “The Reveal”
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