Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 202 Ghana Event News, Reviews & Updates Upcoming Events More Articles You Would Love Rumours About Designer Sima Brew’s Brother & Scammer, Nam1 Arrested In Dubai Are Allegedly False #BUYAFRICAN: Festive Season Must Have- From Our Online Boutique On November 12th 2018, the Ethical Fashion Initiative alongside African Fashion Fund and the European Commission (EC) launched a One Hundred Million Euro Fund (100million) the Impact Fund For Africa (IFFA) a new investment fund meant to support African creatives working in the fashion and lifestyle industries. (like for instant fb updates) The launch took place in Paris during the Paris Peace Forum, an initiative by French President Emmanuel Macron, with the attendance of over 84 Heads of States, The United Nations Secretary-General and many dignitaries, the proposed fund will address the investments needed to leverage the power of creative and cultural industries to expand the social capital of Sub-Saharan African countries. This launch included a unique fashion show featuring three African designers on the 13th November (13-13:30, Agora), the designers were Duaba Serwa, Sophie Zinga and Chocolate by Kwaku Bediako It was immediately followed by an interactive press-pitch led by Ms. ANNAN. The Impact Fund for Africa (IFFA) will be managed by Roberta Annan’s Capital Partners (RACP). For over ten years the Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI) has invested in refining production systems that enable production with community groups of micro-entrepreneurs in target countries. Working in the luxury and lifestyle sectors supporting international companies such as Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney source high-quality and ethically-produced artisanal goods from some of the developing world’s most difficult environments. AFF Founder, Roberta Annan says: “I thrilled about this partnership with the EFI and the EU. I believe it will give African brands the indispensable funding and resources to participate competitively in the global fashion economy.” View this post on Instagram TEASER! Designs by yours truly. Fashion for @parispeaceforum with @roberta.annan, ITC, EC, @zinga_by_sophiezinga , @menayedonkor, Fred Deegbe, @duabaserwa. Shoes by @heeltheworldglobal #AFF #AfricanFashionFund #AfricanFashion #FashionForPeace A post shared by Chocolate by Kwaku Bediako (@chocolateclothesgh) on Nov 14, 2018 at 2:56am PST affafrican fashionafrican fashion fundfashion showroberta annan Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail Abigail Oluwakemi I'm a fashion stylist turned blogger, I hope you love my work. More For You VIDEO: Rihanna Promises Ayra Starr A Verse After Rick Ross Failed To Create... PICS: Top Influencer Krisline Stars in Fabulous ‘SISTERHOOD’ Images Featuring Sierra Leone Influencer... VIDEO: Watch Rihanna Take A Shot At Learning Congolese Language Lingala Hemadé Unveils ‘SWEET FAMILY’ Collection: A Nostalgic Blend Of Modernity And Vintage Elegance VIDEO: “Indians Used To Burn Their Hair Until They Realized Stupid African Women... VIDEOS: Dubai Loses Tourism Points as City Struck by Disastrous Floods! From Airport... Ugandan Designer Wyne Kirabo Unveils “ROOTS” Collection Featuring East African “Kikoy” Style Lauren Haute Couture Takes Formal Wear To The Next Level In Stunning New... Witness How Maakwah’s Elegant Showcase Stole The Spotlight At Accra Fashion Week 2023 PICS: Women’s Basket Ball Icon Angel Reese Serves Extra Glam In Her Backless... Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.