…as Ananse Centre for Design graduate new cohort in Lagos
As Africa’s fashion industry continues its rapid expansion, a new generation of creative entrepreneurs is emerging to help drive growth. The latest cohort of graduates from Ananse Centre for Design is poised to contribute to a fashion economy estimated at over $31 billion.
Industry experts, at Ananse Centre for Design graduation of new cohort in Lagos argued that Africa’s fashion industry has no shortage of creativity, but that limited access to quality training, business education and international markets continues to hold back many young designers.
Samuel Mensah, founder and chief executive officer of Ananse, speaking at the graduation ceremony, said the organisation was established to bridge the gap between talent and opportunity.
“We’re celebrating what happens when talent is given an opportunity. Many of the designers you see today began this journey with passion and ambition, but without
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