Brief
Twyg launches nominations for its 2026 Sustainable Fashion Awards
The eighth edition of the Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards seeks entries from designers, makers, retailers and students across Africa.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Twyg has opened nominations for the eighth Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards, scheduled for 2026, according to a Bizcommunity report published on 2 October 2026. The awards aim to recognise individuals and organisations that are advancing a more sustainable, circular and regenerative fashion industry.
What happened
The call for entries was announced on 2 October 2026, inviting submissions across nine open categories. These categories include an Accessory Award, Artisanal Fashion Award, Emerging Designer Award, Fashion Innovation Award, Pan‑African Award, Retail Award and a Student Award, among others.
What the reports add
Bizcommunity notes that the awards now feature new categories that celebrate artisanal practice, innovation and the diversity of fashion production across the continent. The article quotes Twyg director Jackie May, who says the awards have built an “ecosystem and trusted online directory” of sustainable fashion players over the past eight years.
What was said
“Since we launched the awards eight years ago, our judges have identified people and organisations working towards a fashion and textile industry that is kind, fair, inclusive, diverse, nature‑friendly and circular,” Jackie May told Bizcommunity.
How it came about
The Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards were first launched eight years ago to highlight responsible practices in fashion. Over time, the programme has expanded to include a broader range of categories, reflecting growing interest in circular models, artisanal techniques and technological innovation within African fashion.
Key facts
- Twyg opened nominations for its 2026 Sustainable Fashion Awards on 2 October 2026. (bizcommunity.com)
- The awards feature nine open categories, including Accessory, Artisanal Fashion, Emerging Designer, Fashion Innovation, Pan‑African, Retail and Student awards. (bizcommunity.com)
- Jackie May, director of Twyg, said the awards have built an ecosystem and trusted online directory of sustainable fashion players. (bizcommunity.com)
What we don't know yet
- Details on the nomination deadline and judging panel composition
- Information on prize amounts or support offered to winners
Sources
- [1] bizcommunity.com — originally reported as “Entries now open for Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards 2026”
