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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

FOCUSED ON STRENGTHENING COLLABORATION TO INVEST IN YOUNG AFRICAN ENTREPRENEURS

On this week’s

WinningWednesday, our CEO Somachi Chris-Asoluka met with Leslie Maasdorp, Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director of British International Investment (BII), alongside senior members of his delegation — Christopher Chijiutomi Managing Director and Head of Africa, Srini Nagarajan Managing Director and Head of Asia, and David Banson, Investment Manager.

Discussions focused on

Chief Executive Officer Ralph Mupita to fertilizer unit board with IPO plans

The Dangote Industries, owned by Africa’s richest man, appointed MTN Group Ltd. CEO Ralph Mupita to the board of its fertilizer business as it prepares to expand and list the operation in Nigeria.

The high-profile hire to Aliko Dangote’s stable comes as Dangote Fertiliser plans an initial public offering on the Nigerian Stock Exchange this year.

Mupita spearheaded the listing of

Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2025 may have come to a close, but the journey is far from over. The energy, creativity, and conversations we experienced this year were a powerful reminder that African fashion is not only evolving — it is expanding and confidently claiming its place on the global stage.

As we celebrate the incredible designers and creatives who made AFWN 2025 memorable, we are excited to turn our focus to what’s next.

Africa Fashion Week London 2026 — the 16th Edition — returns this summer!

AFWL has always been more than a showcase. It is a global meeting point for African fashion, culture, commerce, and storytelling, and 2026 promises to be even more intentional, elevated, and impactful.

In the months ahead, we’ll be:

I'm often asked if organic LinkedIn reach is enough. - Sarah Stephenson

As a Head of Social Media, I'm often asked if organic LinkedIn reach is enough. My answer? The truth is - no, not if you want maximum impact.

In this video, together with LinkedIn for Marketing,

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Africa’s #fintech problem isn’t moving money, it’s the infrastructure beneath it.

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AFWN 2025 belonged to the creatives! Meet the Designers & Creatives Who Defined AFWN 2025

This year’s runway was a powerful showcase of innovation, craftsmanship, heritage, and fearless expression. From bold silhouettes to intricate detailing, each collection told a unique African story rooted in culture and driven by vision.

Featured Designers from AFWN 2025:

Aorah (Nigeria)

A contemporary womenswear label rooted in culture, craftsmanship, and conscious luxury. Founded by Ifeatu Adaora Soludo, the brand draws from her multicultural Nigerian upbringing to create pieces that honor tradition while embracing modern minimalism.

Chinelleworld (Nigeria)

An African luxury fashion brand distinguished for its exquisite craftsmanship, regal aesthetics, and bold runway presence. Founded by Emmanuella Chinonye Agwu, the brand transforms traditional artistry into contemporary elegance through bespoke bridal gowns, couture creations, and statement ready-to-wear pieces.

2026 NBCC ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

The Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce is set to kick off the year with one of its most insightful and anticipated flagship events — The NBCC Economic Outlook 2026.

This edition brings together distinguished thought leaders who will share insights on the economic projection for 2026.

Mr. Bismarck Rewane; Managing Director/CEO, Financial Derivatives Company Limited - Renowned economist and respected voice on Africa’s macroeconomic landscape.

Style House Files (SHF), Conveners of Lagos Fashion Week Launch Project Irapada, First Textile Waste Mapping Initiative in Lagos

Style House Files has announced Project Irapada, a first-of-its kind textile waste mapping initiative designed to reshape how Lagos understands, measures, and responds to its growing fashion waste crisis, with support from BestSeller Foundation and Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA). This marks a significant evolution in the platform’s sustainability vision, positioning Lagos as a continental leader in data-driven circular economy development.

Project Irapada closes a longstanding evidence gap in Lagos’ fashion ecosystem by providing policymakers, designers, innovators, and community stakeholders with the first reliable baseline for textile waste generation and flow. Through a combination of market and factory audits, household surveys, and primary observation at disposal points, the research identifies key pressure points in the way textiles are produced, consumed, and discarded.

For years,

AFWN 2025 Pre-Event Highlight: Fashion Takes Over Ojaja Mall

As part of our pre-event activities for Africa Fashion Week Nigeria 2025, we brought fashion, culture, and excitement directly to the heart of Ile-Ife — with a vibrant Fashion Takeover at Ojaja Mall.

Our AFWN models surprised shoppers and visitors with an energetic showcase that turned the entire mall into a live fashion runway. The atmosphere was electric as we presented a taste of what’s coming this December.

What Happened at the Ojaja Mall Takeover:

AFWN 2025: TVC Feature, Festival Highlights & Countdown

We are pleased to share highlights from our recent feature on TVC, where our Founder, HRM Olori Ronke Ademiluyi-Ogunwusi, discussed the vision and driving force behind this year’s Africa Fashion Week Nigeria. The interview offered an insightful preview of what attendees, designers, partners, and the wider creative community can expect from the upcoming 2025 edition.