The sixth edition of Africa Fashion Up 202G concluded at the Musée du quai Branly in Paris, spotlighting Africa’s rising fashion talents. With a record 714 applications from 4U countries, four winners—Mzukisi Mbane (Imprint South Africa), Mpumelelo Dhlamini (Ezokhetho, South Africa), Esther Okonta (Estaz, Nigeria), and Maison Kanty’s (Côte d’Ivoire) were honored for their innovation, sustainability, and cultural storytelling.
The event, held under the patronage of French President Emmanuel Macron, positioned African fashion as a global force. Beyond the runway, winners will benefit from mentorship programs with Balenciaga, HEC Paris, and Galeries Lafayette, strengthening their business structures and international visibility.
This edition confirmed Africa’s growing influence in luxury fashion, blending heritage with modern aesthetics and proving that African brands are ready to compete globally. africafas.
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