ASFW Nairobi 2025 Set to Spotlight Sustainable Fashion and Sourcing

The 4th edition of Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week (ASFW) Nairobi is set to take place from 24 to 26 April 2025 at the Sarit Expo Centre, reaffirming its role as East Africa’s leading platform for the textile, leather, footwear, and fashion industries.

Previously known as the East Africa Textile & Leather Week (EATLW), this event has rebranded and aligned with the prestigious ASFW global brand. Originating from Addis Ababa, ASFW has long been recognized as Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest sourcing event, bringing together thousands of industry professionals each year.

The 2024 edition witnessed outstanding success, hosting 2,150 visitors from over 30 countries and over 150 exhibitors, including renowned brands and manufacturers from across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. The event also featured 12 insightful conference sessions, 30+ expert speakers, and showcased the latest innovations in sustainability, textile machinery, leather goods, and accessories.

Building on that momentum, ASFW Nairobi 2025 promises an even more dynamic showcase with an expected 3,000+ visitors, including buyers, designers, policymakers, and sustainability advocates. The event will highlight cutting-edge developments in eco-conscious fashion, circular economy strategies, and digital sourcing trends, while creating opportunities for local and international partnerships.

With representation from countries including Kenya, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, Turkey, Germany, Italy, China, and the UK, ASFW Nairobi continues to position itself as a vital connector between East Africa and the global fashion supply chain.

The event underscores the region’s rising influence in sustainable production and creative fashion design, supporting Kenya’s vision to become a regional manufacturing hub for garments, textiles, and leather goods.

ASFW Nairobi 2025 is co-organized by Trade and Fairs East Africa and AfriTrade Consulting Group, and is poised to deliver high-impact networking, strategic knowledge-sharing, and unmatched exposure for Africa’s sourcing potential.