Roundup: Uganda's annual fashion show highlights African tradition, identity


KAMPALA, July 15 (Xinhua) -- The Afri Art and Fashion Show 2024 concluded here on Saturday, with more than 15 local artisans and designers showcasing African fashion works with traditional and modern elements, eye-catching to the public.

Themed "Celebrating Timeless Beauty," the annual event exhibited a diverse range of African-inspired apparel and accessories, crafted with locally sourced materials like cotton, bark cloth, banana fiber, sisal, and traditional kitenge.

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