Edith Bidossessi Daassounon is a Beninese fashion designer, entrepreneur and Creative Director, best known as the founder of EDI SESSI, one of Benin's pioneering contemporary fashion houses. Founded in 1997, EDI SESSI was born from a vision to reinterpret Beninese textile heritage through modern design. For nearly three decades, Edith has dedicated her career to creating collections that combine craftsmanship, innovation and contemporary African elegance.

HITBAY is a London-based streetwear and sportswear brand founded by Nigerian entrepreneur Richard Ololade Yusuf. Exhibiting at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, HITBAY creates premium hoodies, puffer jackets and performance-inspired apparel influenced by London's multicultural street culture, combining contemporary urban style with identity, confidence, movement and belonging.

Abimbola Okeyode Millinery is a contemporary millinery brand creating distinctive headwear that celebrates individuality, confidence and elegant style. Exhibiting digitally at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand offers statement hats and beautifully crafted headpieces designed to elevate occasionwear and give every look a memorable finishing touch.

Tibebu Collection is a contemporary Ethiopian fashion brand founded by Bezawit Tibebu, dedicated to reimagining traditional Ethiopian handwoven textiles through modern, globally relevant design.

GreenKreations is a contemporary Nigerian fashion brand exhibiting digitally at Africa Fashion Week London 2026 Specialising in innovative Select & Sew ready-to-wear, luxury bridal wear and bespoke occasion fashion, the brand combines the speed of ready-to-wear with personalised tailoring, allowing customers to customise fabrics, prints, styles and fit for beautifully crafted contemporary African fashion.

Dibabsh is a contemporary Ethiopian fashion brand founded by designer Teamir Taye Godine, creating modern collections inspired by Ethiopia's rich cultural heritage.

Exhibiting digitally at Africa Fashion Week London 2026, the brand blends traditional influences with contemporary silhouettes, refined craftsmanship and thoughtful storytelling to present Ethiopian fashion to the world.

Ogboo Nelson Vogue is a Ghanaian contemporary women's occasion wear fashion brand born from a passion for expressive art, embracing individuality and a desire to make a statement through intricately crafted bold, contemporary designs and wearable art.