In June 2025, the Association of Women in Fashion-Tech (WIFT) received international recognition from UN Women for its outstanding contributions to women’s economic empowerment, fashion innovation, and sustainable entrepreneurship in Nigeria and across Africa.
The recognition highlights WIFT’s impactful work in building the capacity of women and youth through skills development, export readiness programmes, market access initiatives, and the promotion of sustainable garment production. Through its various interventions, WIFT has continued to empower fashion entrepreneurs, strengthen women-led enterprises, and create opportunities for inclusive economic growth.
This prestigious recognition by UN Women affirms WIFT’s growing influence as a leading platform for advancing women in fashion technology and underscores the organization’s commitment to transforming the African fashion ecosystem through innovation, collaboration, and global partnerships.
The award serves as an inspiration for WIFT and its members to continue driving positive change and positioning African women fashion entrepreneurs for success on the global stage.