London, United Kingdom — Fashion London Fashion Week returns from 17–21 September 2026, bringing together established fashion houses, emerging designers and international creative voices for the Spring/Summer 2027 season. For Africa First Magazine, one of the most compelling aspects of London’s fashion landscape is the growing visibility of designers whose creativity is shaped by African heritage and the wider diaspora. Designers and brands including Tolu Coker, Ahluwalia, On

After years of coming close, Cameroon have finally reached the summit of African women’s football. The Indomitable Lionesses were crowned 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations champions after defeating Malawi 3–0 in the final in Rabat, Morocco — securing the continental title for the first time in their history. For a nation that had previously reached three WAFCON finals without lifting the trophy, the victory carries particular significance. Cameroon arrived at this tournament

Across Africa, important progress has been made in strengthening laws and policies designed to protect women’s rights, promote equality and tackle gender-based violence. However, a significant gap remains between legal commitments and the everyday reality experienced by many women. Across several countries, women continue to face challenges linked to violence, discrimination, unequal economic opportunities, limited access to justice and weak enforcement of existing protection