The Fight Against Counterfeit Fashion
When news broke of Ziva Lagos’ founder, Tania Omotayo, calling out the theft of one of her brand’s designs, it struck a nerve across the African fashion community. For many, it wasn’t just another case of fashion plagiarism, it was
Who Owns Ankara? The Fight for Cultural and Economic Control
Ankara has become a visual shorthand for African identity. Bold, expressive, and symbolic. But while the fabric is deeply rooted in cultural expression, the question of who owns its production, profits, and meaning remains contested. At the heart of the issue