African Plaid for i-D

these designers are honoring plaid's african roots

With south India's "lungi" turned southeast Nigerian “george,” the “Ghana Must Go” pattern that narrates a history of displacement in West Africa, and East Africa’s undying love for Masaai shukas, plaid has crossed cultures and borders alike, redefining what exactly constitutes “African Print.” We got together some of the Africa’s most studied creatives to discuss the history of plaid on the continent and how it’s come into play in the diaspora today. (Read More)

Rwanda's Finest for Travel and Leisure

“Rwanda’s creative golden age is upon us — here are the artists that are ready to take the world by storm.” 

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Cedric Mizero AT THE UNIVERSITY OF RWANDA SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE

From filmmakers in Nigeria to fashion designers in Senegal, Africa’s creative scene is bursting at the seams. And Rwanda, whose inspiring postwar transformation has ushered in a new wave of inventiveness, has a global influence that cannot be denied. So what is the picture of Rwanda that this new generation is painting? And how are these young talents building a creative community from the ground-up? To find out, I hit the streets of the capital city Kigali in search of the creatives that are writing the country’s next chapter.

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ELVIS NGABO IN NYAMIRAMBO WEARING HOUSE OF TAYO, MOSHIONS, AND KTSOBE JEWELRY

“Rwanda’s culture has inspired my art work immeasurably. Our country's story is one that I reflect on constantly.”

—Mackson Maxmillian (left)

“As a model, I've witnessed the creative community evolving and growing every day, in large part thanks to the efforts of the government. With their help, we’re working to make Rwanda’s creative industry an economic powerhouse.”

—Rachel Neza (right)

WINNIE KALISSA in kimiranko market wearing moshions

“At the speed that the country is innovating, these young pioneers are poised to join the pantheon of Africa’s creative exports.”

Condé Nast Traveler IG Takeover - Rwanda

Condé Nast Traveler IG Takeover

I took over Condé Nast Traveler’s Instagram account (@cntraveler) to highlight my trip to Rwanda. In the story I covered Rwanda’s many wildlife and historic experiences.