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FashionEVO Show & Awards 2026 Celebrates African Fashion, Creativity, Excellence in Lusaka

by Edidiong Udoema
Two models in matching gold metallic outfits walk hand in hand on a fashion show runway, wearing sunglasses and bold gold jewelry against a logo-filled backdrop.

The inaugural FashionEVO Show & Awards Zambia 2026 concluded on a high note, bringing together designers, creatives, industry leaders, partners, media and fashion enthusiasts for an unforgettable celebration of African fashion, innovation and excellence.

Held at Kwimbo Festival, Polo B, Lusaka Showgrounds, the FashionEVO Show & Awards marked the grand finale of the two-day FashionEVO Summit & Show Zambia 2026, transforming the runway into a platform where creativity, craftsmanship and cultural expression took centre stage.

The evening featured captivating runway presentations from talented designers whose collections reflected the diversity, ingenuity and evolving identity of African fashion. Each showcase celebrated the continent’s rich creative heritage while demonstrating the innovation and quality that continue to position African fashion on the global stage.

Beyond the runway, attendees experienced a vibrant Pop-Up Boutique, where fashion brands and creative entrepreneurs connected directly with consumers, providing a platform to showcase locally made products, engage new audiences and create valuable business opportunities.

A defining moment of the evening was the FashionEVO Awards, which honoured outstanding individuals, brands and organisations whose work continues to shape the future of the fashion and creative industries. The awards recognised excellence across a range of categories, celebrating creativity, innovation, entrepreneurship and leadership within the African fashion ecosystem.

Speaking at the close of the event, Dr Yetty Ogunnubi, Founder of FashionEVO, reflected on the significance of bringing the platform to Zambia.

“FashionEVO was created to build a platform where African creativity is celebrated, collaboration is encouraged and opportunities are created. Seeing designers, industry leaders, partners and fashion enthusiasts come together in Zambia reaffirms our belief that Africa’s creative future is driven by the incredible talent and innovation found across the continent.”

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The success of the inaugural Zambia edition underscores FashionEVO’s commitment to creating meaningful platforms that extend beyond the runway. By combining industry dialogue with creative showcases, the platform continues to champion sustainable growth, encourage cross-border collaboration and strengthen Africa’s position within the global fashion industry. On the runway, the designers showcased fantastic artistic pieces including; Amarelis, Fashion Print Global, House of VO, Kasslite Designs, Kaur Fashion, Kuwala by CKC, NACK Apparel, Shakara Trybe and Tash Fash Designs.

Two fashion models walk a runway side by side: left in a black velvet gown with pearl-chain detailing, right in a dark velvet gown with gold embroidery, against a large backdrop.
Two models on a fashion runway; left in a red ruffled gown, right in a gold embroidered ball gown, against a backdrop with logos and white script behind them.
Three models walk a runway in bold, colorful prints—one in blue-green, one in purple, and one in a multicolor pattern against a dark backdrop with large white text.
Two models walk a fashion runway in bold African-inspired prints; left wears a large multicolor sculptural scarf and white skirt, right in a geometric patterned outfit on a split-screen stage.
Two models walk a fashion show runway wearing vibrant floral gowns with a large text backdrop behind them.
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Two models walk a runway in African-inspired outfits against a large typography backdrop on stage.

As the curtains close on FashionEVO Summit & Show Zambia 2026, the conversations sparked, the connections forged and the creativity showcased will continue to inspire the next chapter of African fashion.

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Three models walk a fashion runway wearing brown and orange gowns on a staged backdrop with Africa Creative Market branding in the background.
Three models walk a runway in bold velvet suits: red-striped left, neon lime center, and magenta right, under stage lights.
Three models walk a fashion show runway wearing tiered, multicolored skirts; left in black top and cap, center in red outfit, right in white top.
Two models walk a fashion runway in bold, colorful outfits: left in a magenta top and metallic green skirt with head wrap; right in a shiny purple suit with round sunglasses.
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 About FashionEVO

FashionEVO is a pioneering platform dedicated to promoting African fashion and supporting creative entrepreneurs through innovative programs, industry events, and strategic partnerships. Based in Nigeria, the platform serves as a bridge between creativity and opportunity, showcasing the richness of African design while connecting local talent to global conversations.

At our core, we believe that fashion is more than aesthetics, it is a powerful economic and cultural driver. Through storytelling, curated experiences, and ecosystem development initiatives, FashionEVO celebrates creativity while equipping designers and creative businesses with the tools needed for sustainable growth.

From thought-leadership conversations and runway showcases to accelerator programs and industry collaborations, FashionEVO continues to shape the future of African fashion by creating spaces where innovation, culture, and commerce intersect.

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