Episode

Is African fashion redefining global style?

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Focus on Africa
Published
May 15, 2026
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1379
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Summary

Africa’s booming fashion industry took centre stage at the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards, where bold African designs dominated online conversations and red-carpet highlights. Host Nkechi Ogbonna speaks with Ghanaian fashion icon Nana Akua Addo and Nigerian designer Mohammed Abbas about the rise of African luxury fashion, the stories behind their headline-making looks, and how African creativity is redefining global style. Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Fana Negash, Basma El Atti and Godwin Asediba Technical Producer: Herbert Masua Senior Producer: Carolyne Kiambo Jotham Editors: Priya Sippy and Maryam Abdalla