Akosombo: Presidential Runway, 7 honoured

From the runway to national recognition, Ghanaian fashion took centre stage as the maiden Presidential Runway made a bold statement in the plush town of Akosombo.

The showcase, a major highlight of the inaugural Black Star Fashion Week, celebrated Ghana’s rich cultural identity, indigenous craftsmanship and creative excellence, while honouring seven pioneering figures whose contributions have helped shape the country’s fashion industry.

The evening saw fashion go beyond style and glamour to tell the Ghanaian story. The maiden Presidential Runway brought together celebrated designers, fashion enthusiasts and industry stakeholders to showcase the depth, originality and commercial potential of Ghanaian fashion.

Themed, “PUT GHANA ON”, the event formed part of the Black Star Experience initiative, which seeks to position Ghanaian creativity on the global stage.

The runway featured collections from prominent Ghanaian designers and brands such as Abrantie The Gentleman, Ajepomaa Designs and Boyedoe, highlighting the ingenuity, craftsmanship and evolving identity of Ghana’s fashion industry.

Beyond the breathtaking designs and runway presentations was a special moment of recognition. Seven pioneering personalities whose vision, enterprise and dedication have contributed significantly to the growth of Ghanaian fashion were honoured at a special awards ceremony.

They were the founder of Chez Julie;Juliana Miranda Norley Kweifio-Okai; St. Ossei-thefounder of Ricci Osei; celebrated designer Kofi Ansah; fashion educator Joyce Ababio; Sleek Garments Export Limited Chief Executive, Nora Bannerman-Abbott; streetwear pioneer Mawuli Kofi Okudzeto; and renowned designer Tetteh Adzedu.

Three of the honourees, Juliana Miranda Norley Kweifio-Okai, Ricci Osei and Kofi Ansah, had posthumous recognition for their enduring contributions.

Delivering the keynote address, renowned media personality and fashion enthusiast Kwasi Kyei Darkwah, popularly known as KKD, underscored the significance of celebrating Ghanaian fashion and its potential to make a lasting impression beyond the country’s borders.

The two-day initiative, spearheaded by the Black Star Experience Secretariat, also threw the spotlight on the economic opportunities within the fashion value chain.

Rap doctor Okyeame Kwame graced the occasion withhis craft.

Hiplife legend Reggie Rockstone and wife rocked a designer wear made by his father St Osei. As the Black Star Experience continues to champion Ghanaian creativity, the Presidential Runway has set the stage for a bigger conversation: that Ghanaian fashion is not merely about what we wear, but who we are, what we create and the stories we present to the world.

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