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Photos: African Designers Showcase Continent's Fashion

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Côte d'Ivoire has been in the continent's spotlight recently because of the African Cup of Nations taking place there from January 13, however, the sporting focus on Friday was diverted by a captivating fashion show featuring African designers.
The Ivorian capital, Abidjan, on Friday became the venue for Africa Fashion International, a fashion show featuring designers from countries participating in the 2023 African Cup of Nations, the final of which is scheduled for February 11.
According to the organizers, the designers were carefully selected for their exceptional talent and ability to capture the essence of African fashion. Each collection is a unique blend of traditional African aesthetics and contemporary design elements.
Models from countries such as Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Mali, Nigeria, Mozambique and many more took to the runway to reflect their unique fashion cultures.
Explore the continent's fashion with Sputnik Africa's photo gallery!
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A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Soro Bis as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Soro Bis as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024. - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Soro Bis as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Soro Bis as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Soro Bis as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Soro Bis as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation by Gambian designer Ismaila Jallow in a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation by Gambian designer Ismaila Jallow in a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation by Gambian designer Ismaila Jallow in a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Pathй'O as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Pathй'O as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Burkinabe designer Pathй'O as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creations from Malian designer Millogo as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creations from Malian designer Millogo as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creations from Malian designer Millogo as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.  - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian stylist Lafalaise Dion as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

© AFP 2023 Issouf Sanogo

A model presents a creation from Ivorian designer Loza Maleombho as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

A model presents a creation from Ivorian designer Loza Maleombho as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024. - Sputnik Africa
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A model presents a creation from Ivorian designer Loza Maleombho as part a Fashion show during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) 2024 football tournament in Abidjan on February 9, 2024.

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