In brief
The Black Star Fashion Week finished Saturday night in Akosombo, drawing top designers, traditional rulers, and government officials to a presidential runway that celebrated Ghanaian heritage. Speakers urged greater investment in local fashion and the regional tourism industry, positioning Akosombo as a premium destination. The event highlighted artistic talent and opened discussions for future international collaboration.
On Saturday night, November 8, 2026, Ghana’s Black Star Fashion Week concluded in Akosombo, where models walked a presidential runway that displayed eye‑catching designs and the nation’s vibrant cultural heritage.
The event marked the culmination of a week‑long showcase that highlighted both fashion and Ghana’s music and dance traditions, drawing traditional rulers, government officials, industry leaders and international partners who gathered to discuss growth, investment and global collaboration.
Speakers at the week’s final night emphasized the need for greater support for local designers and the regional tourism industry, underscoring Akosombo’s potential as a premium tourist destination that can attract international attention.
Showcasing Ghanaian Heritage
Rex Owusu Marfo, coordinator of the Black Star Experience Secretariat, spoke on the event’s purpose: he said the venue was chosen deliberately for its serenity and resources.
We are not in the conventional city hall; instead, we are in this serene, well‑resourced area to showcase the beauty of Ghana beyond our capitals and to position Akosombo as a premium tourist destination.
Designer George Tetteh of the Atto Tetteh brand highlighted that his collection draws heavily from Ghanaian culture. He urged stakeholders to create avenues for showcasing such talent on the global stage, noting that heritage, culture and current fashion trends come together in the creative process.
Titus Nartey Doku, known for transforming used clothes into trendy designs, stressed the importance of pushing local designers beyond Ghana’s shores, calling for a concerted effort from media, buyers, textile industry and government support.
Calls for Greater Investment
Doku added that reaching international audiences requires collaboration among all stakeholders. He stressed the need for media, buyers and government intervention to expand the market for Ghanaian fashion.
Nartey Doku also highlighted that a lot of work and intentional effort is required for Ghana to uplift its creative industry. He said that “we need the media, we need the buyers, we need the government involved in trying to push the designers out there, outside the shores of Ghana.”
Rex Owusu Marfo described the week’s aim as raising Ghana’s profile in the global fashion industry, aiming to spark investment and broaden international networking opportunities through events like this one.
While the event drew acclaim for its showcase of heritage and talent, the speakers noted that the level of sustained investment, the long‑term impact on tourism, and the extent of global exposure remain uncertain.
