Bukky Asehinde
Entrepreneur and Founder of Bella Africana and TALES House
The Future of African Fashion
Bukky Asehinde is a creative ecosystem builder, entrepreneur, and founder of Bellafricana, one of Africa's leading platforms dedicated to supporting and promoting creative businesses. Inspired by a desire to see African brands recognised for their quality, craftsmanship, and cultural value, she has spent over a decade creating opportunities that connect designers, makers, and entrepreneurs with global audiences.
Through Bellafricana, TALES (The African Lifestyle Experience), and TALES House London, Bukky has built an ecosystem that combines storytelling, business support, strategic partnerships, and international market access to help African creative businesses thrive. Her work has supported hundreds of entrepreneurs across multiple African countries, strengthening the creative economy while preserving the continent's rich cultural heritage.
Recognised as a leading advocate for African creative entrepreneurship, Bukky continues to champion collaboration, innovation, and sustainable business growth, creating the infrastructure and opportunities that enable African creativity to flourish on the world stage.
Tales House will also be the venue for the Official Africa Fashion Week London 2026 Press Conference on Monday 17 August at 3pm.