Shows & Runway

Africa Fashion Week London celebrates a collection of businesses showcasing the breadth of African design, from contemporary menswear and heritage Nigerian textiles that honour generations of artistry and tradition.

Every Africa Fashion Week London introduces audiences to exceptional designers with unique stories, bold ideas and outstanding craftsmanship, and this year is no exception.

This year, Africa Fashion Week London is delighted to welcome an inspiring delegation of four designers from the Kingdom of Lesotho who bring exceptional artisanship, cultural heritage and contemporary design.

Discover, shop and be inspired at Africa Fashion Week London 2026.

Africa Fashion Week London marks the 16th anniversary with a new retail concept, an extended programme at the British Council Headquarters and a first-time showcase at the iconic 8 Northumberland Avenue.

In partnership with The Walk Method, AFWL2026 announces its official open casting call for catwalk talent.

The Africa Fashion Week London catwalk has always been about more than clothes. It is where stories are told, cultures are celebrated, and designers transform ideas into moments that stay with you long after the lights go down.

AFWL once again partners with the British Council’s Creative DNA Programme as part of Africa Fashion Week London 2026 with a collaboration that continues to play a vital role in shaping the future of African fashion.

Mark your calendars for May 23–24, 2026, as Epic Fashion Week — the highly anticipated evolution of the Epic Show by Fashions Finest Africa—takes over The Podium in Lekki, Lagos.

The application window for UIFW remains open until May 20, 2026.

The Africa Fashion Week London 2026 is where heritage becomes headline, and designers step into their moment.