Ms. Roberta Annan is a distinguished businesswoman, philanthropist, and environmental advocate who has made a lasting impact on Africa’s creative economy. As the Founder of the African Fashion Foundation (AFF), she champions the growth and global recognition of African fashion designers and creative professionals, both on the continent and in the diaspora. Her work focuses on fostering a sustainable, inclusive, and culturally respectful fashion industry that celebrates African heritage and promotes cross-border collaboration.
Roberta is especially passionate about empowering women in business. She launched the Impact Fund for African Creatives, an investment vehicle supporting creative enterprises across Africa, and also led the development of the COVID-19 stimulus fund aimed at supporting women-led businesses during the pandemic.
Her dedication to innovation, empowerment, and sustainability has earned her numerous accolades, including being named the youngest African inductee into the African Leadership Hall of Fame. Her leadership in environmental advocacy led to her appointment as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) for Sustainable Fashion. Through her initiatives, Roberta Annan continues to shape a vibrant, inclusive, and environmentally conscious creative landscape in Africa and beyond.
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