Pan-African Fashion Law & Policy Summit
Join us for PAFALAPS 2026, the Pan-African Fashion Law & Policy Summit — a premier virtual gathering bringing together lawyers, policymakers, academics, country coordinators, and fashion councils from across Africa.
This annual summit provides a continental platform for high-level dialogue on key legal and policy issues shaping the fashion and creative industries, including:
Intellectual property and brand protection
Trade, governance, and regulatory frameworks
Sustainability and cultural heritage in fashion
Digital innovation and emerging industry trends
A central highlight is the launch of the State of Fashion Law & Policy in Africa Report, offering actionable insights, regional updates, and recommendations to strengthen Africa’s fashion ecosystem.
Who Should Attend:
Legal practitioners and scholars in IP, trade, and cultural policy
Policymakers and government agencies involved in creative economy governance
Law students, fellows, and emerging researchers in fashion and innovation law
Members of the Fashion Law Institute’s Africa-wide coordinator network
Format: Fully virtual, featuring keynote addresses, regional updates, expert panels, and interactive discussions.
Reserve your spot today and be part of shaping the future of fashion law and policy across Africa.