Fashion

25 students graduate from Christie Brown Academy

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4 months ago

June 28, 2025

The Christie Brown Academy (CBA), in partnership with the MasterCard Foundation, has graduated its second cohort of fashion entrepreneurs in Accra last week.

The event celebrated 25 creatives who completed an intensive one-year pilot programme designed to equip young Africans with the tools to build globally competitive and sustainable fashion businesses.

The Christie Brown Academy, which is founded by renowned Ghanaian designer Aisha Ayensu, is redefining fashion education in Africa with a core mission to empower young African creatives through transformative curriculum that prioritises the business of fashion and creative design.

The event featured a fashion show spotlighting the participants’ original collections which were a reflection of their personal growth, cultural identity, and commitment to innovation.

At the event, the MasterCard Foundation awarded $1,000 seed funding to three outstanding participants, namely Barbara Clement, Mavis Nelson, and Nancy Osei to support their fashion ventures.

Speaking at the ceremony, the founder and Director of Christie Brown Academy, Ms Ayensu, said “through the Christie Brown Academy, we are meeting these participants at the point of their needs and bridge the gap between creativity and entrepreneurship in Africa’s fashion industry.”

Representing the MasterCard Foundation, Nene Diallo, Capacity Development and Mass Entrepreneurship Lead – Pan African Programmes, commended the partnership with the Foundation’s vision to unlock the potential of African youth.

By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu

Fashion

Creativity and Craftsmanship Shine at Ghana Menswear Week 2025

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6 days ago

October 11, 2025

WeeklySpectator

The World Trade Centre in Accra came alive from August 30–31 as Ghana Menswear Week 2025 showcased cutting-edge trends, creativity, and craftsmanship in men’s fashion. The annual event drew designers, fashion enthusiasts, and industry insiders from Ghana and beyond.

Now in its ninth year, the event—described by founder Nana Mensah as the “Men’s Fashion Olympics”—celebrates the innovation of African designers and the diversity of their creations.

This year featured a lineup of young designers including 97 Urban, The Ugly Youth, Larry Studios, Kwadwo Man, Dapper Jayden, Stylenique Siblings, and Ryker Collection/The Cap Culture, who captivated the audience with bold urban aesthetics and youthful energy.

A vibrant collaboration with Woodin Ghana added color and flair to the show. Designers Amonu Whyte and House of Micky used the brand’s iconic fabrics to craft a diverse range of stylish menswear pieces, blending tradition with modern creativity.

Ghana Menswear Week 2025 reinforced its reputation as a premier platform for celebrating African design, innovation, and craftsmanship, inspiring the next generation of menswear designers.