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May 23, 2025

TEXPERTISE & ALLFASHION SOURCING NETWORKING FUNCTIONS SPARKS POWERFUL DIALOGUE ON AFRICA’S TEXTILE FUTURE.

This week’s Texpertise & Allfashion Sourcing Networking Functions, hosted in Cape Town (20 May) and Johannesburg (22 May), brought together a powerful coalition of textile and fashion stakeholders from across South Africa and beyond. Organised by Messe Frankfurt South Africa and supported by the global Texpertise Network of Messe Frankfurt, the events form a strategic lead-up to the Allfashion Sourcing (AFS) 2025 trade show, taking place from 8–10 July 2025 at the CTICC 1 in Cape Town.

Feb 19, 2025

allfashion sourcing Cape Town 2025 is scheduled to take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from July 8 to 10, 2025.

This premier business-oriented marketplace for the textile and fashion industry combines African creativity, design, and manufacturing with international sourcing options.

Sep 16, 2024

Thriving African textile and fashion industry discussed at allfashion Sourcing 2024

The premier event in the African textile and fashion industry, allfashion sourcing 2024, brought to you by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, opened its doors last week at the CTICC, Cape Town, to a vibrant gathering of industry professionals, thought leaders, and innovators. Over three dynamic days, from September 10-12, attendees were treated to an array of panel discussions, trend talks, and showcases, highlighting the latest advancements in sustainability, trade, and design excellence.

Sep 21, 2022

Have you secured your FREE pass for allfshion Sourcing Cape Town?

With 1 week to go, have you secured your FREE Visitor Pass for allfashion Sourcing Cape Town 2022? If not, act soon to ensure you've got allfashion Sourcing Cape Town in your diary.

Sep 13, 2022

What to expect at allfashion Sourcing Cape Town in 2022

With allfashion around the corner, we would like to give you a sneak peek of what's waiting for you at allfashion Sourcing Cape Town 2022 alongside SA Menswear Week as part of the Week of Fashion!

Sep 12, 2022

Inscape Confirmed as a Sponsor for the 2022 Young Designers Competition

allfashion sourcing Cape Town, the business oriented market place for the textile and fashion industry combining Southern African creativity, design and manufacturing with sourcing options is excited to announce Inscape as the new sponsor.

Sep 6, 2022

Have you secured your space at allfashion sourcing this year?

Companies are gearing up for the apparel, textile, and footwear trade fair.

Aug 24, 2022

allfashion Sourcing alongside SA Menswear Week as part of The Week of fashion in 2022 wishes you a happy woman’s month.

I want people to see the dress but focus on the woman”- Vera Wang

Aug 17, 2022

YOUR LAST CHANCE to enter the Young Designer Competition.

With the first round of submissions around the corner we want to invite all young designers to take the chance and submit their entries for the competition before the deadline of phase 1 submissions on 22 August 2022.

Aug 12, 2022

Only 21 stands still available. Book your space today to avoid disappointment.

With nearly 60% of the stands already sold, don’t hesitate to get in contact with the allfashion Sourcing Cape Town team today to book your space.

Aug 12, 2022

allfashion sourcing Cape Town, the premier sourcing event for Apparel, Textiles, Footwear, Leather & Lifestyle is pleased to announce that entries are now open for its Young Designer Competition.

Now in its fifth year, the competition offers young designers an opportunity to showcase theirskillsets through their interpretation of a predetermined design brief – this year put together by Cyril Naicker which is will be built on the concept of Slow Fashion with emphasis on designing for a sustainable future with a changing consumer mindset.

Jul 27, 2022

allfashion Sourcing Cape Town 2022 Only 40 stands still available!

The response from potential exhibitors has been extremely positive after the announcement made last week stating that allfashion Sourcing will take place alongside SA Menswear Week as part of The Week of Fashion.

Jul 18, 2022

allfashion Sourcing to go ahead alongside SA Menswear Week as part of The Week of fashion in 2022

We are extremely excited to confirm that allfashion Sourcing will take place on the 29th September, 30th September and 1st October.

Nov 18, 2021

HYBRID POP-UP FASHION SOURCING TRADE SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

This immersive event was successfully hosted from 19-21 October 2021 at The Lookout Venue in the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town.

Oct 20, 2021

DAY 1 HIGHLIGHTS OF FASHION SOURCING TRADE SHOW NOW ON!

Proudly organized by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, this Covid-19 compliant immersive event • Was opened by Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for COC’s Economic Opportunities and Asset Management • Is the leading international sourcing event for apparel, textiles, footwear and leather on the African continent • Offers sustainability trend talks and fashion shows on day 2 • Offers industry-focused seminars and the Young Designers’ Competition on day 3

Oct 15, 2021

Explore Localisation & Sustainability at allfashion sourcing Cape Town next week

Proudly organized by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, this Covid-19 compliant immersive event will feature: • Define localisation and sustainability during the pandemic • Plot the course of these important social trends beyond 2021 • Feature 60+ local exhibitors plus a small international contingent

Oct 12, 2021

allfashion sourcing Cape Town hosts an immersive event this month

Proudly organized by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, this Covid-19 compliant immersive event will feature: • Trend talks by international recognized trend forecasters, fashion experts, designers and art directors • Industry-focused seminars and several fashion shows • The annual Young Designers Competition

Sep 20, 2021

allfashion sourcing Cape Town Hybrid Pop-up Fashion Sourcing Trade Show Next Month

Organised by Messe Frankfurt South Africa this Covid-19 compliant immersive event will be hosted live and online. Attended by local buyers, business folk and the general public. The event features both local and international products showcased at the pop-up showroom and exhibited virtually by South African textile, leather, footwear and fashion manufacturers. A major focus on sustainability, trend talks, localisation and fashion shows.

Sep 8, 2021

Entries now open for the 2021 Young Designer Competition

allfashion sourcing Cape Town, a business-oriented marketplace for the textile, fashion and leather industry is pleased to announce that entries are now open for its Young Designer Competition that will take place at the Look Out venue at the V&A Waterfront on 21 October 2021.

Nov 5, 2020

allfashion sourcing Young Designer Competition winner’s announcement

The winner of the third allfashion sourcing Young Designer Competition by Messe Frankfurt South Africa is Sinazo Janda with Hannah Wilson as runner-up. Cape Town based Sinazo wins an all-expenses paid opportunity to participate at Texworld Paris in February 2021 (or later in the year depending on travel restrictions), and a R15 000 cash prize. Hannah wins R5 000.

Oct 28, 2020

allfashion sourcing scheduled from 3 – 5 November, 2020 provides local retailers with a global platform

All new virtual platform where visitors and exhibitors can engage and do business for up to 3 months. The allfashion sourcing event by Messe Frankfurt South Africa, a subsidiary of Messe Frankfurt, the biggest trade fair organizer with its own fairground, has gone virtual for the first time this year. Trading economics states that manufacturing and retail sales in South Africa suffered significant decreases from Covid-19, putting huge strain on businesses to keep their factories and stores trading. “To assist as much as possible in mitigating the economic effects of the pandemic, we have ensured that we do not cancel the event this year by investing into going virtual and enabling our exhibitors to still have the much-needed income generation that allfashion sourcing creates,” states Show Director, Kathryn Frew

Oct 26, 2020

Why authentic African Fashion matters and how it is taking its rightful place on the global stage

“Africa has shaken off its history of replicating international fashion trends, Africans are clearly defining what is African. Fashion is bringing about a new season of freedom and exploration into African narratives. Whether it is the music, art or the broader world of African design.”

Oct 15, 2020

allfashion sourcing Young Designer Competition finalists announcement

In its third year, the allfashion sourcing Young Designer Competition offers young designers an opportunity to showcase their skill set through their interpretation of a predetermined design brief. The ten finalists stand to win prizes valued in excess of R80 000, with the main prize being an all-expenses paid opportunity to participate at Texworld Paris in February 2021 (or later in the year depending on travel restrictions), and a R10 000 cash prize for the winner.

Oct 12, 2020

allfashion sourcing virtual edition goes live

allfashion sourcing, the business oriented marketplace for the textile, fashion and leather industry, originally due to take place in Cape Town in October 2020, is now open for registration on a newly tried and tested virtual platform. Around 180 exhibitors are expected for the expo – that combines African creativity, design and manufacturing with international sourcing options. The virtual exhibition and fringe programme will take place from Tuesday 3 November to Thursday 5 November 2020.

Aug 18, 2020

Messe Frankfurt South Africa introduces a virtual trade show for its 2020 edition of allfashion sourcing Cape Town

In March 2020, Messe Frankfurt South Africa had announced the re-branding of ATF Expo and Source Africa to allfashion sourcing Cape Town, the premier sourcing event for Apparel, Textiles, Footwear, Leather & Lifestyle. The event was scheduled to take place from 13-15 October 2020 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

Mar 20, 2020

allfashion sourcing Cape Town: Re-branding ATF Expo and Source Africa, allfashion sourcing Cape Town and China Premium Tex postponed to 13-15 October 2020

Messe Frankfurt South Africa is excited to announce the re-branding of ATF Expo and Source Africa in 2020 to allfashion sourcing Cape Town, the premier sourcing event for Apparel, Textiles, Footwear, Leather & Lifestyle. The official launch of the new name is planned to be held in Cape Town at a future date yet to be determined.

Jul 15, 2019

A successful collaboration of Source Africa and ATF/CPT Expo 2019 for Messe Frankfurt South Africa

Source Africa and ATF/CPT Expos opened its doors to over 300 exhibitors from 18 different countries. Africa’s leading and largest trade fair took place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 12-14 June 2019.

Jun 5, 2019

WGSN Trend forecasts and AGOA a major focus for the 2019 Source Africa and ATF/CPT Expo seminar sessions

In exactly one week, Source Africa & ATF/CPT Expo (International Apparel, Textile and Footwear trade exhibition) welcomes over 300 exhibiting companies, from 18 different countries. The three co-located events will feature high-quality seminar sessions, trend talks and trend forums by WGSN and 15 fashion shows showcasing the latest designs.

Apr 9, 2019

Source Africa and ATF now co-located to provide visitors with even more quality content over 3 days

We are extremely excited to announce that Source Africa, the premium sourcing event for textiles, apparel and footwear on the African continent, will from 2019, be co-located with ATF Expo, the International apparel, textile and footwear trade exhibition.

May 1, 2018

Source Africa 2018 features 2 days of high quality industry discussions

Source Africa 2018 features 2 days of high quality industry discussions focussing on global industry trends and trade flow agreements.

Apr 10, 2018

Messe Frankfurt acquires Source Africa and ATF

Source Africa 2018 features 2-days of high-quality industry discussions focussing on global industry trends and trade flow agreements.

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