African Fashion Council

The African Fashion Council was established in 2021 by visionary designers driven by a desire to uplift and amplify African fashion talent on the global stage. Born from the recent spotlight on creativity flourishing across Africa and its diaspora, AFC serves as a vital hub providing designers with crucial representation, training, and resources to foster their brand growth and firmly establish their presence in the fashion world.

The African Fashion Council is a catalyst for change, disrupting the fashion industry by amplifying authentic African narratives and empowering designers to share their creativity with the world. Through our platforms and initiatives, we celebrate the rich diversity of African fashion while providing resources, mentorship, and global opportunities for emerging talent to thrive.

Mission

To amplify African fashion on a global scale through our programs, resources, and affiliations.

Vision

To build an ecosystem that strengthens the impact of African fashion by providing a platform for designers to grow their brands.

Programs

Incubators

Designers can apply to participate in a one-month intensive program in New York City, where industry experts share best practices across topics, critique designs, and business plans, enable designers to elevate their brands.

Workshops

Through a series of in-person and virtual sessions, designers receive training in essential topics including the art of sketching, merchandising, e-commerce, and business development.

Pop-Ups

With our Made In Africa (MIA) concepts, we bring together African fashion at pop-up events, showcasing unique designs and emerging talent directly to consumers (DTC). These events promote brand growth, economic development, and wealth creation.

Fashion Week & market week

Designers can apply to participate in a one-month intensive program in New York City, where industry experts share best practices across topics, critique designs, and business plans, enable designers to elevate their brands