Africa: The Unsung Hero in the Global Fight Against Textile Waste
From Research to Runway: How Eco Fashion Week Africa Aligns with Global Sustainability Insights
As Africa’s leading platform for conscious design and regenerative storytelling, Eco Fashion Week Africa (EFWA)continues to evolve with purpose, passion, and strategy. One of the foundational tools shaping our journey has been the insights shared in the Mistra Future Fashion Report: Sociolog.dx Experience—a visionary body of work that calls for a systemic shift in how […]
What Circular Fashion Looks Like in Africa: From Waste to Worth
By Belinda Atieno | Founder, Eco Fashion Week Africa I have always said that Circular fashion is not a Western concept. It is deeply embedded in African cultures, traditions, and everyday practices long before it became a global buzzword. From reusing fabric scraps to repairing and repurposing clothes, African communities have practiced circularity out of […]
10 African Women Leading the Circular Fashion Revolution
By Belinda Atieno | Founder, Eco Fashion Week Africa In a time when the global fashion industry is reimagining itself, Africa stands as a vibrant source of innovation, resilience, and regenerative creativity. From waste-to-wear transformations to ethical production rooted in heritage, African women are not just participating in the circular fashion movement—they are leading it. […]
Fashion and the SDGs: A Groundbreaking Conversation at the People’s Dialogue Festival
For the first time in the history of the People’s Dialogue Festival, fashion was given a voice – and what an incredible impact it had! Eco Fashion Week Africa (EFWA) was honored to lead the conversation on Fashion and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the SDG Village, bringing to light the often-overlooked role of […]
Designer Spotlight: Mabatini – Redefining Sustainable Fashion with Eco Fashion Week Africa
Celebrating Circular Fashion and Innovation At Eco Fashion Week Africa (EFWA), we are committed to providing a global platform for designers who are revolutionizing the industry through sustainable, circular fashion. While mainstream fashion weeks often highlight big-name brands, EFWA creates space for emerging and innovative designers whose work embodies the principles of sustainability, upcycling, and ethical craftsmanship. This week, […]
The Future of Eco Fashion in Africa – A Movement Beyond the Runway
Eco Fashion in Africa: How Collaborations Are Leading the Sustainable Fashion Revolution The global conversation on sustainability in fashion is growing, and Africa is not being left behind. At Eco Fashion Week Africa, we are committed to shaping the future of eco fashion in Kenya and beyond. We believe fashion is more than just about […]