Joke Silva: A Legacy of Creativity, Advocacy, and Cultural Diplomacy
In the constellation of African entertainment, Joke Silva (MFR) shines as one of its most enduring and versatile stars. For over four decades, she has moved fluidly between stage and screen, bridging worlds through performance, mentorship, and advocacy. Today, as
Building Creative Ecosystems: The Case of FashionEVO at Africa Creative Market
In the African creative industries, partnerships are rarely about signing a contract and shaking hands. They are built on shared histories, sustained trust, and a willingness to invest in each other’s visions over time. The partnership between FashionEVO and the
Inside Nigeria’s Growing Fashion Education Scene
When people talk about Nigerian fashion, the conversation often jumps to the designers who’ve made headlines; Kenneth Ize, Ejiro Amos-Tafiri, Orange Culture’s Adebayo Oke-Lawal (and the likes). But behind those names is a less discussed story: the classrooms, workshops, and
Beyond Borders: When Fashion Becomes a Cultural Diplomat
Fashion has long been more than an industry of garments and trends. Across centuries, textiles, adornments, and design practices have carried the weight of identity, heritage, and influence. In recent decades, fashion has emerged as a form of cultural diplomacy,
TALES 2025: A Landmark Showcase of African Innovation and Heritage
Oxford Street moved to an African rhythm for ten full days as TALES by Bellafricana returned to London from July 25 to August 3, 2025. Hosted at Luxury Promise, 28 Cavendish Square, the event welcomed more than 15,000 visitors, including
The New Silk Roads: How African Creativity Is Redrawing Global Trade Routes
Centuries ago, the Silk Roads carried more than just goods. They moved ideas, aesthetics, and innovations across continents, shaping how cultures saw one another. Today, a new kind of trade route is emerging. But instead of caravans and merchant ships,
African Creatives and the New Meaning of Rest
Rest is no longer an afterthought, it’s becoming a deliberate choice. A quiet revolution is taking place as African creatives rethink their relationship with work, wellness, and what it means to live well. A shift is unfolding. It’s rooted in
Meet the TALES Creatives: A Living Archive of African Fashion, Identity and Intention
This summer, London’s West End transforms once again into a vibrant stage for African excellence as TALES (The African Lifestyle Experience) returns for its third edition under the evocative theme Reimagine • Rediscover • Re-Source 2025. Hosted at the chic
Lagos Leather Fair -LLF2025 Concludes with Resounding Success as Africa’s Premier Leather Industry Revolution Takes Center Stage
LAGOS, NIGERIA -- June 29, 2025 The highly anticipated 8th edition of Lagos Leather Fair - LLF2025 has concluded with unprecedented success at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, marking a transformative milestone in Africa's evolving leather industry.
FashionEVO Summit, Fashion Show, and Awards: A Celebration of Africa’s Fashion Future at Africa Creative Market 2025
We are thrilled to announce the return of FashionEVO this September as an official program partner of the Africa Creative Market (ACM) 2025! With the theme "Creative Bridge: Bridging Creativity, Community, and Commerce in Africa’s Fashion Future," this year’s event