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AFRICA AND THE ORIGINS OF LUXURY, ACCORDING TO IAMISIGO
How founder Bubu Ogisi’s focus on ancient practices encourages a reinterpretation of the continent’s role in the history of fashion.
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Culture Conversation
OP-ED: WHY WE NEED AN AFRICAN FASHION RENAISSANCE
Kokrobitey Institute founder Renée Neblett ponders the question of sustainability in fashion and the role identity can play in renewal.
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Travel Notes
5 LUXURY SPAS IN AFRICA PERFECT FOR A SOLO RETREAT
Disappear and emerge renewed and restored at some of the best African destinations for pampering, rest, and relaxation.
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The Edit
THE NEW ROMANCE: THE BEST PIECES TO LOVE YOURSELF IN
Make Cupid’s season all about you with a little self-indulgence.
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FOR AFRICA, AN EMPHASIS ON ETHICAL FASHION IS THE FOUNDATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY
We speak to EFI founder Simone Cipriani about strengthening Africa’s supply chain, sustainability as a human rights issue, and the program’s Designer Accelerator.
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NIGERIA'S LAGOS SPACE PROGRAMME IS CREATING NEW AFRICAN NARRATIVES USING HISTORICAL CRAFTS AND ARTIFACTS
Founder and designer Adeju Thompson is facilitating a conversation between the past, present, and future.
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