Front Row 50
The 50 latest stories from across The Front Row Africa, newest first — updated automatically as we publish.
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BusinessAug 14
The garment factory quietly dressing three continents
One Tema production floor now ships private-label orders to retailers in London, Dubai and São Paulo.
By Yusuf Diallo
PowerAug 14
The Front Row 50: who actually holds power in African fashion
Our annual ranking of the editors, executives and gatekeepers deciding who rises — and who waits.
By Front Row Staff
CultureAug 14
Pattern Language
Pattern Language explores craft and culture — the weavers, dyers and beadworkers keeping heritage techniques alive.
By Front Row Staff
PeopleAug 14
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By Front Row Staff
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PowerAug 14
The gatekeepers of Dakar have a succession problem
The committee that built the city’s fashion week is aging out — with no plan for what comes next.
By Yusuf Diallo
PowerAug 14
Who decides what African fashion is worth?
Councils, prize juries and a handful of buyers still set the terms. A new generation wants a seat at the table.
By Tola Adeyemi