AFRICANA Trainee Programme
AFRICANA 6-MONTH FASHION DESIGN TRAINING PROGRAMME
An Initiative of Africana 17 Foundation
Overview
The Africana 6-Month Fashion Design Training Programme is a structured vocational initiative implemented by Africana 17 Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Africana.
The programme is delivered in alignment with the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) framework as promoted by the Federal Ministry of Education, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
It is designed to support youth empowerment, skills acquisition, and sustainable enterprise development within the African fashion industry.
The programme is fully sponsored.
Purpose
Africana 17 Foundation is committed to community development through structured skills transfer and industry capacity building.
This initiative addresses the gap between creative interest and industry-ready competence by combining:
- Foundational industry knowledge
- Leadership and character formation
- Digital and branding literacy
- Hands-on garment construction training
- Enterprise development principles
The goal is to equip participants not only with technical ability, but with the discipline and professional standards required for long-term industry relevance.
Programme Structure
Duration: 6 Months
Location: Abuja
Mode of Delivery: Fully In-Person
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Phase 1 – Foundation (3 Months)
- African fashion industry landscape
- Design thinking and creative development
- Professional ethics and leadership formation
- Digital literacy for creatives
Phase 2 – Technical & Practical Training (3 Months)
- Pattern drafting and garment construction
- Machine operation and maintenance
- Finishing and embellishment techniques
- Collection development exercises
- Introduction to fashion entrepreneurship
Target Participants
The programme is open to individuals who:
- Demonstrate interest in fashion design
- Are able to commit to the full six-month duration
- Can attend physical sessions in Abuja
No prior fashion experience is required.
Expected Outcomes
Participants are expected to:
- Demonstrate competence in garment production
- Understand the fashion industry value chain
- Apply structured design and development processes
- Exhibit professional conduct and leadership discipline
- Develop readiness for employment or self-employment
Institutional Positioning
This initiative supports national objectives for:
- Youth employability
- Technical skill development
- Enterprise growth
- Local production capacity
It reflects Africana 17 Foundation’s commitment to building Africa’s creative economy through structured, impact-driven interventions.
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