Congo: African Textile Celebrated in Pointe-Noire

Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Congo

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Congo: African Textile Celebrated in Pointe-Noire

From June 4 to 7, 2026, Pointe-Noire hosted the 13th edition of the Carrousel International de la Mode, dedicated to African textiles. The theme "African Textiles: From Heritage to Global Value" aimed to introduce participants' fabrics to a wider audience. Founder Pascaline Kabré Turmel emphasized moving from personal heritage to global appreciation.

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