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    A man holding up an award and smiling brightly.
    News
    16 December 2024

    After Winning Mister International, Samuel Nwajagu Says He is Just Getting Started

    The 23-year-old winner of the 16th Mister International pageant is the first African to ever win the competition since its inception, but he has his eyes set on leaving a positive legacy.

    Tosin Ogundadegbe smiles brightly for the camera, dressed in a white suit shirt, black pants, and a long white beaded necklace.
    Nigeria
    11 November 2024

    Tosin Ogundadegbe is the Stylist Behind the Looks on the GTCO Fashion Weekend Runway

    After starting out as a fashion writer, Tosin Ogundadegbe has grown to become a trailblazing stylist in Nigeria, collaborating with over 20 designers for GTCO Fashion Weekend every year.

    From L-R: Rosette Ale of Revival London, Bella Adeleke of Garbe, and Samiat Salami of Oya Abeo.
    News
    22 October 2024

    These Designers Are Ready to Tell Their Stories on the Lagos Fashion Week Runway

    Samiat Salami, Bella Adeleke and Rosette Ale are among the finalists of Lagos Fashion Week’s Green Access fashion accelerator program this year.

    Wisdom Kaye attends the Amiri Menswear Spring/Summer 2025 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on June 20, 2024 in Paris, France.
    News
    10 September 2024

    11 African Fashion Stars You Should Follow Right Now

    From bold, vibrant designs, to refined elegance, these African fashion stars are redefining style with unmatched creativity and flair.

    ​Press headshot of Chidimma Adetshina.
    News
    08 August 2024

    Miss South Africa Contestant Pulls Out of Pageant Amidst Nationality Controversy

    Chidimma Vanessa Adetshina, who had received heightened attention in the weeks since she was announced as a finalist, cited her family’s safety as the reason for her decision to withdraw from the pageant.

    Models present creations by Michael Ludwig Studio of the Cruz Collective at the 2023 edition of the South African Fashion Week in Johannesburg, on October 19, 2023.
    Fashion
    24 October 2023

    The Hidden Trends at South African Fashion Week AW24

    This season’s runway trends were infused with complex references, personal stories, and form-altering silhouettes.

    An image of model Iman wearing a black dress posing on a red carpet
    Fashion + Beauty
    26 April 2023

    African Models: The Most Iconic Names You Should Know

    From the old-school legends to the newer names breaking through, these are the must-know faces of African fashion.

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    Fashion + Beauty
    16 February 2022

    How These 5 African Models Plan to Make 2022 Their Runway

    From Victoria Secret bombshell Mayowa Nicholas, to supermodel Tobi Momoh, these five faces ruled 2021 and plan to continue their domination of the fashion world into 2022.

    'Get Funky' With Nala Diagouraga x Elle Romania
    Style
    24 June 2014

    'Get Funky' With Nala Diagouraga x Elle Romania

    African model Nala Diagouraga is featured in 'Get Funky' editorial by Elle Romania Magazine, photographed by Gaby Hirit.

    Lupita Nyong'o Makes Her Debut As Vogue Cover Girl
    Style
    23 June 2014

    Lupita Nyong'o Makes Her Debut As Vogue Cover Girl

    Lupita Nyong'o Makes Her Debut As Vogue Cover Girl for July 14 issue, photographed by Mikael Jansson.

    Double Magazine's 70s Editorial With Nigerian Model Betty Adewole
    Style
    20 May 2014

    Double Magazine's 70s Editorial With Nigerian Model Betty Adewole

    Double Magazine released their Spring/ Summer 14 Issue featuring Nigerian model Betty Adewole in a 70s inspired editorial.

    Kenzo x Shabazz Palaces' Fashion Film Starring Eritrean Model Grace Mahary
    Video
    16 May 2014

    Kenzo x Shabazz Palaces' Fashion Film Starring Eritrean Model Grace Mahary

    Kenzo collaborate with Shabazz Palaces and director Khalil Joseph to deliver a fashion film presenting their S/ S 14 collection starring Grace Mahary.

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