ASFW Dakar 2027

Description

Africa Sourcing & Fashion Week (ASFW) Nairobi is East Africa’s premier trade show dedicated to the textile, apparel, footwear, and leather industries. The event serves as a strategic hub for international buyers, manufacturers, and designers to explore the continent's manufacturing potential. It emphasizes sustainable production, ethical sourcing, and innovative technology within the fashion value chain. Attendees can discover high-quality home textiles, leather goods, and accessories while engaging in high-level networking and business matchmaking designed to foster global trade partnerships.

Exhibits

International manufacturers showcasing raw materials, fabrics, home textiles, leather products, footwear, and garment machinery from over 20 countries.

Activities

B2B matchmaking sessions, fashion runway shows featuring African designers, industry-led workshops, and panel discussions on sustainable manufacturing.

Speakers

Global industry experts, trade officials, sustainability advocates, and leaders from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Demos

Live demonstrations of textile machinery, CAD/CAM software for garment design, and innovative eco-friendly dyeing and finishing techniques.

Accessibility

From Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), the venue is accessible via taxi or ride-sharing services (approx. 30-45 mins). Public transport options include Matatus and the Nairobi Commuter Rail, though private transfers are recommended for international visitors.

Exhibitor Count

250

Expected Attendance

5000

You must be logged in to comment on this event.