Rhythm Africa Festival Ewa Fashion Show
The Rhythm Africa Festival Ewa Fashion Show will be one of the defining highlights of the Rhythm Africa Festival, celebrating the fusion of modern African and Nigerian fashion with traditional cultural design. Taking place across both days of the festival, the show will feature a powerful mix of established designers, emerging creatives, and new talent from Nigeria and the global Diaspora.
Produced and directed by Temmy of Temmy Collection, alongside the director and producer of Africa Fashion Week DMV and the creative team from Universe Grandeur, the Ewa Fashion Show will deliver an international-standard runway production designed to elevate African fashion on a global stage.
Meet temmy kayode our african fashion guru
Our head of Fashion Temmy Kayode is also head of African Cultural Fashion Heritage will be putting together a fashion event that will display culture with new styles and innovation His team from The ACFH Academy will assist and train models and rising designers.
Model Auditions
As part of the promotional campaign beginning in late June 2026, aspiring models will be invited to participate in a series of promotional casting and audition events in Lagos, Nigeria, taking place between August and September 2026.
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Men and women of all backgrounds are encouraged to audition
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Professional experience is NOT required
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Individuals who have never modeled before are welcome
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Selected participants will receive professional model training
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Training will be provided by experienced runway professionals and industry mentors
This initiative is designed to discover new faces, build confidence, and give everyday individuals the opportunity to step into the fashion world with expert guidance. Participants who demonstrate potential and dedication will be trained and prepared to walk the runway at the Rhythm Africa Festival Ewa Fashion Show.
Designer Auditions – Open to Emerging & Student Designers
This initiative is not simply about repairing a building—it is about restoring a symbol of African knowledge, identity, and progress.
Our goals include:
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Restore and refurbish classrooms
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Rehabilitate roofing and structural facilities
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Improve learning environments and teaching conditions
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Preserve and protect the legacy of early African education
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Inspire future generations through connection to their historical roots
Fashion with a purpose
The Rhythm Africa Festival Ewa Fashion Show is not only about style—it is about opportunity, sustainability, and business development.
The show will emphasize:
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Sustainable and eco-friendly fashion
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Cultural heritage design and storytelling
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Entrepreneurship and brand building
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Direct engagement between designers and buyers
Festival guests will have the opportunity to purchase garments directly, connect with designers, and support emerging brands, transforming the fashion show into both a creative and commercial marketplace.
A Platform for Discovery, Training & Global Recognition
Through the Rhythm Africa Festival Ewa Fashion Show, the Sankofa Council fashion auditions will become a gateway of opportunity—giving everyday individuals the chance to become trained models and giving emerging designers a real pathway to showcase their work on a respected international stage.
This initiative strengthens the Rhythm Africa Festival’s mission to:
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Discover hidden talent
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Provide professional training opportunities
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Promote youth and creative entrepreneurship
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Connect African and Diaspora fashion industries
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Build lasting global visibility for new talent
