Black model with afro walks catwalk wearing jacket and hot pants.

AFRICA FASHION WEEK 2024

Africa Fashion Week 2024, brought a burst of colour, flavour and pizazz to London in August 2025. Designers Bola Obileye of Tote London, Lioness by TF, Andrew Fashion House, David Wej showcased their vibrant luxurious pieces in front of an audience ready for glitz and glamour. 

Bola Obileye at close of AFWL 2024 Show. Photography by Tessa Lwanga

Designer Mary Martin celebrated 10 years at Africa Fashion Week London. Her story a testimony of resilience and perseverance against all the odds. Her feature collection included pieces from across all 10 years of showcasing at this prestigious show. 

Model wears purple taffeta layered ball gown by Mary Martin London whilst playing guitar on catwalk
Mary Martin celebrates 10 years at Africa Fashion Week London 2024. Photography by Tessa Lwanga

Guests knew the assignment and dressed to the nines, in African regalia, bold colourful clothing in various silhouettes. This was the event to see and be seen. Celebrities SMADE, Eddie Kadi and Sutara Gayle (below), were in attendance.

Black Model walks catwalk

Afro hair was the main stay, including pom-pom styles, cornrows for women and men in various chocolate and caramel colour tones.

Model with afro hairstyle turns back to face audience at fashion show
Modabella by Fey at AFWL 2024. Photography by Tessa Lwanga
Sutara Gayle, at Africa Fashion Week London 2024.

Sponsors included the Adire Oodua textile Hub, the Ooni of Ife, Nolly Africa, Nigerian Investment Summit, EMCA and Manya.