Winning African designers of sustainable and circular fashion can receive a total of $10,000 in cash prizes, mentoring, new branding packages, and other support through the AfDB Fashionomics Africa Program.
This is the third online competition for African designers organized by the African Development Bank’s Fashionomics Africa initiative.
In this piece, we’ll go over the competition’s specifics in plain English and provide a step-by-step application process.
When is the deadline for applications?
July 25, 2025 is the deadline to submit your application.
Describe the program to me:
The AfDB Fashionomics Africa Incubator & Accelerator Program 2025 is a business development program created by the African Development Bank. It supports African fashion entrepreneurs in textile, apparel, and accessories by offering funding, mentorship, and branding support. The program promotes sustainable and circular fashion practices and connects participants to a global network of industry experts.
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Which fields qualify?
Entrepreneurs working in:
- Textile
- Apparel
- Accessories
- Sustainable and circular fashion
The type:
Development Program (not an academic award or scholarship)
Who is eligible to apply?
- African fashion entrepreneurs aged 18 or older
- Those who have launched a fashion business (registered or not)
- Businesses with 0–50 employees
- Must be producing sustainable fashion
- Choose your track based on experience:
- Incubator: 0–3 years of business experience
- Accelerator: Over 3 years of business experience
How do they choose applicants?
Applicants are selected based on:
- Submission of product images
- Explanation of their sustainable business model
- Innovation and commitment to environmentally friendly practices
- Business potential and growth strategy
Which nations are qualified?
All African countries are eligible.
Where will the program be taken?
The program is conducted online, making it accessible across the African continent.
How many honors?
Exact participant numbers are not specified, but multiple winners will be selected across both program tracks.
What advantage does the program offer?
- 💰 $10,000 in cash prizes
- 👩🏽🏫 Expert mentorship
- 🧵 Branding and marketing packages
- 🌍 Pan-African networking and visibility
- ♻️ Support for sustainable business growth
What’s the duration of the program?
Program duration may vary by track but will include mentorship sessions and follow-up support over a set period.
How do I apply?
- Select one track only (Incubator or Accelerator)
- Prepare product images and business details
- Complete the online application in English, French, Arabic, or Portuguese
🌐 Apply here: https://bit.ly/FashionomicsCFA
🌐 Other Languages:
- French: https://bit.ly/FashionomicsCFAFrench
- Arabic: https://bit.ly/FashionomicsCFAArabic
- Portuguese: https://bit.ly/FashionomicsCFAPortuguese
