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AEFW.

Founders & vision

Meet the founders.

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Keniye Koroye

Keniye Koroye is a multidisciplinary design engineer and product strategist working at the intersection of fashion, culture and technology. He approaches fashion as a living system shaped by people, craft, commerce and community.

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Abiola Orimolade

Abiola Orimolade is an international fashion entrepreneur and creative platform builder committed to discovering and creating opportunities for emerging African talent.

Rooted in craft. Open to the world.

Keniye Koroye and Abiola Orimolade bring together design, technology and fashion entrepreneurship to create opportunities for African talent.

An artisan refining an embroidered Asoebi garment in a fashion studio

Where culture meets catwalk.

The founding idea is clear: celebrate, elevate and connect African designers and fashion communities through world-class events, content and experiences.

Vision

A world-class movement for African fashion.

To be the leading global platform for African fashion and culture, transforming Asoebi into a world-class movement.

Mission

Connect creativity with opportunity.

To celebrate, elevate and connect African designers and fashion communities through world-class events, content and experiences.

Brand essence

Boldly African

Proudly rooted in African heritage and expression.

Fashion forward

Setting trends, shaping culture and inspiring the future.

Community driven

Uniting designers, brands and fashion lovers worldwide.

Globally relevant

A local heartbeat with a global impact.

Models presenting contemporary African fashion on a runway

Our values

Authenticity

We stay true to our roots and celebrate our unique identity.

Excellence

We are committed to quality, creativity and world-class execution.

Inclusivity

We welcome diverse voices and champion representation.

Innovation

We embrace new ideas and push creative boundaries.

Impact

We create meaningful experiences that inspire and empower.

Proud in culture. Clear in purpose.

AEFW speaks with confidence and warmth, pairing cultural pride with a contemporary, globally minded point of view.