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The Untold Story of Zaida Sesay, Teen Miss Africa 2026
‘For a moment, I could hardly move.I stood beneath the bright stage lights, surrounded by hundreds of people, with my heart racing and my emotions threatening to overwhelm me. The names of the second runner-up and first runner-up had already been announced. Now there was only one name left.Mine’. When I heard it, everything seemed to slow down. The crown was placed on my head, but my mind travelled back to the beginning of the journey. To the shy girl who never imagined herself standing on a stage like this. To the girl who was afraid of being seen. To the girl who once read a comment that asked: “How can…
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IZELIA FABRICS SHINE ON THE COVER OF AFRICA TRAVEL & LIFE’S PREMIER ISSUE
We are proud to share this insightful piece by Isatu Harrison, showcasing the ground-breaking moment when IZELIA fabrics, rooted in Sierra Leone’s rich tradition of gara (tie-dye), graced the cover of Africa Travel & Life’s premier issue. This feature not only honours the artistry and innovation of IZELIA and others but also shines a spotlight on the vibrant creative economy of Sierra Leone. Join us in exploring how heritage, craftsmanship, and modern design come together to inspire a new era in African fashion. The debut cover of Africa Travel & Life magazine radiates with the vibrant spirit of Sierra Leone, featuring a striking garment crafted from IZELIA fabrics—a testament to…
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JNF DESIGNS: REACHING THE WORLD WITH SIERRA LEONEAN FASHION
Indeed, if fully developed – from the production of raw materials to textiles and accessories – the fashion industry would offer the African continent a net gain in prosperity of 25%. The number one priority to achieve this goal is to help the actors in this industry to move upmarket. Training, certification of inputs and products, quality and traceability, investments in infrastructure, systematization of copyrights on processes, protection of traditional knowledge, appellation of origins and emerging industrial clusters: many ideas and recommendations are already on the table after the first exchanges What’s the authentic African fashion look? In recent times, African fashion has rocked the world causing a great interest…
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FASHION AND CULTURE- A SPOTLIGHT ON JUSTIN SHEMA
Justin Shema describes himself as a deeply creative and courageous being. He is a product of love; growing up in an affectionate family has taught him how to cherish relationships. He thrives around people and enjoys great music. Having six sisters spurred him into a dynamic growth, making him a person who is open to varied perspectives. Born in Kigali, Rwanda- fondly called the ‘land of a thousand hills’. He describes it vividly: it is an impeccably beautiful country; dotted with fascinating savannah, undulating hills and deep valleys, abundant wildlife and natural aesthetics. SHEMA is a young passionate client support communication specialist who currently works as a customer care executive…
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