NewComma’s Common Ground is coming to Nairobi

5th November⁣ at the Alchemist, parklands rd, Nairobi.⁣

Opening soon: Venice Design Week and Design Week Mexico

A glance at Design Weeks opening this week

Ep. 54 Behind The Smile | Melanie Walch

She shares her thoughts on digitization of the medical sector.

Ep.53 Going Global | Ladouce Nadabha

Find out how to transcend the local market as an illustrator

THE HYPER SCIENTIFIC launches its new call

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 16 October 2023 (23:59 CEST)

Ep.52 The Bach Project | Peter Holmes à Court

The project marked Ma’s ambition to connect cultures and people across the world

Pure Talents Contest 2024 - Call for entries!

Are you ready to make your mark on the design world?

Kibera Fashion Week 2023

14th October 2023 at Kibera Olympic Bus Terminus

RefuSHE Fashion Challenge 2023

Join us in Nairobi on October 7, 2023

Vendor FAQ's

We share all your questions about NDW2024 Open Calls

Physical exhibitor FAQ's

We share all your questions about NDW2024 Open Calls

Ep.51 Trusting the Journey | Nyandia Kamawe

Turning Trash into Treasure

Apply to be a Vendor at NDW2024 market

Submission Deadline: October 31st, 2023

Content Creators Accreditation NDW2024

NDW2024 festival will be happening March 9th-17th.

WE! Are Africa Unmuted - Call Out For Kenya Hubs

Calling all Kenyan creatives! application deadline is 25 September, 2023.

Opening this Week: HELSINKI DESIGN WEEK

The largest design and architecture festival in the Nordic countries

Ep.50 Stop.Motion.Magic | Inkspace Bureau

"The Big Sad Nairobi," took center stage at the Nairobi Design Festival 2023

How to Write About Africa in 8 Steps

An ethical storytelling handbook.

Ep.49 Teaching the Art of Possibility | Brian Omolo

Unlock a world where imagination knows no limits

APPLY to be a Physical Exhibitor at NDW2024

Do you have works that require a physical space to showcase?

APPLY to be a Digital Exhibitor at NDW2024

Submit works that can be showcased on screen

APPLY to be Crew at NDW2024

Festival crew open call closes October 31st 2023

Ep.48 Rethread Africa & KCIC

How do you take your business idea to market?

WAUZINE 004

An exclusive digital showcase featuring 20 emerging designers from Kenya

Ep:47 Peace, Love, Design | Naitiemu Nyanjom

Ep.46 Driven by Design | Jonathan Kasumba

The future of automotive design in Africa

Henrike Grohs Art Award 2024

Applications to the 4th Henrike Grohs Art Award are open from 17 July – 31 August 2023.

Amplification Grants (ROOM East Africa) 2023

The submission deadline is 14 August 2023, 1700 hours EAT.

Ep.45 'I Thought You Were Wasting Time' | Rina Waligo

Chasing your dreams and staying true to your values can lead to amazing things

World Design Organisation Events Across the Globe

Ep.44 Augmented and Virtual Reality Empowering Africa | Walid Kilonzi

Discover the world of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality!

Co-Existence: The Netii Apa Storytellers Project

Calling artists who are exploring the intersection of art ecology & community engagement.

Africa Innovation Mradi Research Grants

The grants will examine AI’s impact in Africa

Braid Arts & Culture Fund

The Braid Fund sees the health of the art, culture and cultural heritage sector and its contributions to wider society as a weaving of elements: our disciplines, our practitioners, and our communities.

Call for Applications: Small Grants For African Heritage Projects

The Heritage Management Organization (HERITΛGE) is launching a new call for concept notes for small grants.

Ep.43 The Art of Thriving | Lulu Kitololo

Creativity changes the world!

Inspiring Creativity and Aspirations with Kibera Fashion Week

Recap of the Kibera Fashion Week affirmative workshop for children and teenagers

Winners at the Sondeka Awards 2023

Celebrating creatives across East Africa

World Design 2023-2025 Young Designers Circle Application

Call for applications now open for WDO’s Young Designers Circle

KASPALE exhibition by Syowia Kyambi

Exhibited at Nairobi Contemporary Art Institute (NCAI)

Under our Skin Award Ceremony 2023

Recognizing local and international film makers

Ep.42 Green Building Revolution | George Wekesa

Mass Timber! Let’s talk.

Everyday Life Photo Exhibition

RSVP to visit the Exhibition

The Art Room at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Painters that exhibited under the theme "Its What We Make It"

Nairobi Design at Pan-African Creative Exchange (PACE) 2023

A celebration of Africa’s vibrant arts scene!

Nairobi Design Week 2023 Recap

It takes a community to make a festival.

Ep.41 The Power of Names | Nairobi Design Week 2023

Stay tuned and immerse yourself in the culture of naming!

Sondeka Awards 2023!

This event will be honoring and celebrating the remarkable individuals who have made a significant impact in their respective fields.

Decoding 'It's What We Make It' Digital Exhibitors at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Digital Exhibitors: What does 'Its What We Make It' mean to you?

Ep.40 Artistic Fusion | Inatimi 'Nazquiat' Nathus

Exploring African Artifacts through the Afro Troves Collection

Ep.39 Veiled Steps of Success | Maryciana Adema

Her Mantra: Learn, learn, learn, and learn!

Afrika House Presents The Bach Project Poster Exhibition

As you tour the entire collection of posters it offers a captivating glimpse into global design trends.

DIA Design Cafe

The registration deadline for the competition is June 30, 2023 (GMT+8) 24:00

Digital Exhibitors: What does 'Its What We Make It' mean to you?

Digital art allows artists to create and share their work with a global audience.

Ep.38 Designing Africa's Future | Hicham Lahlou

Why is it important to export Africa to the world?

RoboCat gobbling up waste to help clean our Planet

Do you need 2 phones? What happens when you purchase a new version? Is it possible to promote responsible consumerism today?

Ardhi na Mbao Architectural Installation at Nairobi Design Week 2023

A glimpse into a more sustainable and inclusive future for housing in Africa and beyond

Ep.37 Design's Transformative Touch | Leanne Munyori

Exploring the Connection between Spaces and Human Behavior

Through the Lens: Photographer's exhibits at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Take a closer look at our community of photographers that exhibited as digital artist this year as each frame tells a story.

Global Design Graduate Show 2023

DEADLINE TO APPLY: August 31 2023

Kibera Fashion Week Open Call for Creatives

Applications close June 30th 2023

Register Today for the DIA Design Cafe

The event is free but with limited spots available, register today to secure your spot.

Ep.36 Style and Sisterhood | Neema Walove

Discover what it takes to be successful in the fashion industry!

Kolakisa Launch at Afrika House

Fostering self-reliance and creating opportunities with Kolakisa.

Ignite Your Creativity for the Design Intelligence Award 2023 Application

The registration deadline for the competition is June 30, 2023 (GMT+8) 24:00

Design Intelligence Award Application Process

The registration deadline for the competition is June 30, 2023 (GMT+8) 24:00

Graffiti at Nairobi Design Week

A blank canvas for budding artists and curious visitors at this year's festival

Ep.35 Renewed Cultural Wisdom |Sylvia Otsieno

A creative journey that blends together cultural heritage, sustainability, and community empowerment.

Revolutionizing African Businesses: Walid Kilonzi's VR Journey to Mapping Africa

Empowering local businesses to leverage technology for growth and success

Brushes of Healing: Using Art in Nurturing Mental Health

Exhibiting the Importance of Mental Health

Ep.34 Past Meets Present | Kenneth Kanaabi

The Resounding Beats of African Drums at the Festival

A symphony of African drums and Nyatiti at Nairobi Design Week festival

Rediscovering the Joy of Play at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Exhibitors provided an interactive and sensory experiences that rekindled and reminded every participant what it means to be a child again.

Sustainable Fashion at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Here is how our exhibitors embraced sustainability in making their products

Ep.33 Developing cultural competence | Kungu Labs

A thought-provoking conversation on the intersection of cultural anthropology, design, and social impact.

Kenyans among 13 winners of the Make it Circular Challenge

All 13 winning teams will receive €10.000 in funding, and access to a development programme co-created with Impact Hub Amsterdam

Nairobi Design Week 2023 photo highlights

See the photos here.

Ep.32 Legacy Lives On | Manakristo Designs

Afrika Design Podcast Ep. 32 Tsedaniya Delnessa from Ethiopia

Exploring colourism through handheld 3D printing.

Wakianda Explores the Heavy Realities of Colorism

Workshop: Exploring the Futures of UX

Bringing local communities to a global audience

Join the International Design Day celebrations

Happening on Thursday April 27th. The theme is ‘Peace.Love. Design!’. Join us at NairobiDesign_ Twitter Spaces 7-8pm EAT

Workshop: The future of fashion & jewellery design

3D PRINTING & MODELLING WORKSHOP by 3DMoguls

Ep.31 Curating culture through empathy | Sharon Zarita

We unpack the benefits of mental health support

'Tracing the Wild' launched at Nairobi Design Week 2023

The project is a joint initiative between the Sovereign Nature Initiative, Kenya Wildlife Trust, and Nairobi Design Week.

The Bamboo Residency & dome installation at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Bamboo is a versatile and sustainable material with tremendous potential in building, crafting and extensive ability in creating African designs.

New Comma's workshop empowers African creatives

Enhancing Careers to Elevate the Continent's Creative Scene

2023 Design Intelligence Award Opens for Entries

The registration deadline for the competition is June 30, 2023 (GMT+8) 24:00

Afrika Design is a part of the 'Shifting Narratives' program

Shifting Narratives Through Afrika Design Podcast

Design-Driven Entrepreneurship for the industry

A Project for Innovation and Youth Empowerment in Africa

Inspired by waste at Nairobi Design Week 2023

Transforming waste into beauty not only reduces waste, but encourages creativity and innovation. Nairobi Design Week 2023 showcased sustainability designs created through upcycling and recycling waste

The BIG Sad Nairobi; Tiny Stories in a Big City

Inkspace Kenya premiered an incredible stop motion short comic series featuring a goat personifying human emotions in Nairobi

When Cosplay adds African style

Integrating African designs into the world of cosplay.

They want you to know that 'Earth is the new Mars'

Kairos Futura network aims to improve communities by creating sustainable solutions as a response to current ecological issues.

The fashion week on a railway line

The exhibit showcased Kibera Fashion Week's 2022 runway project on the train railway line that crosses through Kibera.

Monthly microgrant from New Comma - open now

The February Cycle for the #NCFund is now open.

Press Release: Nairobi Design Week 2023

The 8th edition of the annual festival

Tracing the Wild with SNI & KWT

First-Of-Its-Kind Interactive Digital and Physical Art Installation Promoting Conservation

Meng Xi Cup is another opportunity from DIA

Categories include gift, art, article and style.

Afrika Design is a part of 'New Narratives'

Join us as on a tour of the African continent.

Join us for the 'Make It Circular' Design Jam

The Design Jam will reflect on the fundamental aspects of circular design; and circular ways of living