by CELESTIN NTAWIREMA
<p>Made in Africa podcast brings you true and original stories of Africans in a growing movement highlighting the craftsmanship, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of African designers, artisans, and businesses. With more than 10 years working in the fashion industry, Mr. Celestin Ntawirema CEO and founder of the Rwanda Cultural Fashion Show-RCFS produces and hosts the Made in Africa podcast.</p><p>Our topics include fashion, beauty products, art, home goods, and more, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and innovation emerging from various African countries. Don't miss our weekly episodes.</p>
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April 16, 2025
<p>Made in Africa Podcast Episode 21: Liberating the African Minds from the Western Mindset in Fashion </p><p>In this compelling episode, we welcome back Mr. Saitoti Meitamei, founder and CEO of Deslight Fashion School in Nairobi, Kenya. Known for his humility and dedication to nurturing young fashion talent, Saitoti shares innovative approaches to building a sustainable fashion education model that prepares students for real-world competition.</p><p>Saitoti discusses how Deslight Fashion School is integrating technology into its curriculum while maintaining a perfect balance between quality education and sustainability principles. He provides insights into several exciting collaborations, including the school's partnership with the upcoming Kitenge Fashion Festival & Awards 2025, highlighting its unique features and significance in promoting African textiles.</p><p>The conversation explores Deslight's organization of Mr. & Miss Nairobi 2025, an inclusive modeling competition that notably features plus-size models, breaking traditional beauty standards. Saitoti also previews his participation as a panelist at the Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week 2025 in Nairobi, where he'll contribute to important industry discussions.</p><p>This episode delivers valuable perspectives for fashion enthusiasts, aspiring designers, and entrepreneurs looking to make their mark in Africa's growing fashion ecosystem. Saitoti's vision represents a movement toward authentic African fashion education that honors heritage while embracing innovation.</p><p>The Made in Africa podcast, hosted by fashion industry expert and journalist Celestin Ntawirema, continues its mission of showcasing African creativity, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial spirit across fashion, beauty, art, and home goods sectors, celebrating the continent's rich cultural heritage</p>
March 6, 2025
<p>For the past two years, Made in Africa podcast host Celestin Ntawirema has encountered Mr. Saitoti Meitamei at numerous events where he featured as a guest speaker, particularly on sustainable fashion. Saitoti is known for his humility and dedication to supporting young, upcoming fashion designers to become established professionals shaping Africa's fashion industry.</p><p>In Episode 20, we explore Mr. Saitoti's journey from conceptualizing a fashion school to support youth across East Africa to establishing the successful Delight Fashion School, which has graduated over 300 students. Listeners will discover his inspirations, hobbies, favorite foods, sports, colors, and design styles.</p><p>Don't miss part 2 of this conversation in Episode 21 with Director Saitoti Meitamei, coming soon with your host, Celestin Ntawirema. This episode is sponsored by Fashion Trends Africa by RCFS.</p><p>Want to be featured on our podcast? Reach out at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>, or send a WhatsApp message to +254793550537.</p><p>Made in Africa podcast brings you true and original stories of Africans in a growing movement highlighting the craftsmanship, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit of African designers, artisans, and businesses. With more than 10 years working in the fashion industry, Mr. Celestin Ntawirema, CEO and founder of the Rwanda Cultural Fashion Show (RCFS), produces and hosts the Made in Africa podcast.</p><p>Our weekly episodes feature fashion, beauty products, art, home goods, and more, showcasing Africa's rich cultural heritage and innovation.</p>
November 29, 2024
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