Unleashing the Power of Sustainability and Innovation in Fashion

Sarit Expo Center, Nairobi, Kenya

Unleashing the Power of Sustainability and Innovation in Fashion

24–26 April 2025
Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi, Kenya

EXPO

Discover East Africa's Vibrant Textile and Leather Showcase.

INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

Engage with Industry Leaders, Ideas, and Insights at EATLW 2024.

NETWORKING & MEETINGS

Connect, Collaborate, and Build Business Relationships.

RUNWAY KENYA

Experience the Best of East African Fashion at Runway Kenya.

Exhibitor List

 EATLW 2024 Conference – Impressions

 EATLW 2024 Expo – Impressions

 EATLW 2024 Opening – Impressions

Conference Program

INAUGURATION AND OPENING CEREMONY

Day 1, 11.00 am – 12:00 noon

A critical analysis of government policies and initiatives for sustainability; Agenda to boost production and create employment in the leather and textile industries in the region

Day 1, 2.00 pm – 2.45 pm

SME Dialog session: Establishing a brand name that speaks to the market to enable scaling and enhancing taking of large orders for international markets.

Day 1, 3.00 – 4:00 pm

FASHION SHOW
Runway Kenya by Couture Africa

Day 1, 5.00 – 6.00 pm

Women’s economic empowerment in the textile, apparel, and leather industries: Strategies for promoting gender equality, empowerment and sustainability in the industry.

Day 2, 10.30 – 11.15 am

Combating Counterfeits in East Africa: A comprehensive approach to enhancing local sourcing in the textile and apparel industry

Day 2, 11.30 am – 12.45 pm

Panel Discussion: Opportunities in the leather, textile, and apparel industry: Financing and investment prospects for industry growth

Day 2, 2.00 – 2.30 pm

The Rise and Future of African Fashion Textiles and Technology.

Day 2, 2.45 – 3.30 pm

Fashioning sustainability in design-led businesses: Systems for sustainability and the role of diversity and inclusivity in shaping wearable design

Day 2, 4.20 – 5.00 pm

FASHION SHOW
Runway Kenya by Couture Africa

Day 2, 5.00 – 6.00 pm

Africa’s Leather Potential for development and ALLPI Support activities in the region

Day 3, 10.30 – 105.50 am

PANEL DISCUSSION: Leveraging government support and exploring new markets to promote growth and competitiveness in the East African leather sector.

Day 3, 11.00 – 11.45 am

Strategies towards overcoming challenges such as high investment costs and the need for incentives to attract investment in the leather industry.

Day 3, 12.00 noon – 12.45 pm

PANEL DISCUSSION by Couture Africa:
The Future of Fashion; New technologies are reforming the global fashion industry as we know it. How can African brands – across the value chain – leverage on these emerging technologies to remain competitive

Day 3, 2.00 – 2.45 pm

MEGA FASHION SHOW
Runway Kenya by Couture Africa

Day 3, 3.00 – 3.45 pm

EATLW 2023 Facts & Figures

EATLW 2023 Exhibitors

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