Joan Nantege
Founder and Creative Director of Joan Jade
The Future of African Fashion
Joan Nantege is the founder and Creative Director of Joan Jade, an award-winning Ugandan fashion house renowned for its bespoke couture, bridalwear, and contemporary occasion wear.
Celebrated for combining timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship, Joan creates garments that honour African creativity while embracing sustainability through locally sourced materials and innovative design.
Through her work, she continues to champion Ugandan fashion, showcasing the country's rich design heritage while promoting African craftsmanship and creativity.
Joan is part of the British Council’s Creative DNA programme and will be showcasing her designs on the AFWL2026 catwalk on Saturday 22 August.