Policy Briefs & Reports
At the Fashion Law Institute, we are committed to producing high-impact research that bridges the gap between law, business, and creativity. Our reports provide data-driven insights and policy recommendations that inform decision-makers, empower industry leaders, and strengthen Africa’s fashion ecosystem. Below are our flagship reports currently in development:
State of Fashion Law and Policy in Africa 2025
This landmark publication examines the evolving relationship between fashion, law, and policy across Africa’s creative economies. It provides a country-by-country analysis of legal frameworks governing intellectual property, sustainability, trade, labor, and fashion business regulation, highlighting trends, gaps, and opportunities for reform. The report captures perspectives from lawyers, policymakers, academics, and industry leaders to define a continental roadmap for fashion governance, legal education, and sectoral integration.
Focus Areas:
Intellectual Property and Design Protection
Trade & Cross-Border Regulation
Labor Rights and Ethical Production
Policy and Institutional Frameworks
Fashion Education and Legal Infrastructure
Africa Fashtech Sector Report
As fashion and technology converge, this report explores how digital innovation is transforming Africa’s fashion value chain — from design and production to retail and consumer engagement. It analyzes the growth of fashion technology startups, investment trends, and the regulatory challenges shaping this fast-evolving sector.
The report also highlights key players, innovation hubs, and policy recommendations to foster sustainable digital transformation in Africa’s fashion ecosystem.
Focus Areas:
Fashion Technology and Innovation
Digital Intellectual Property and Data Protection
Investment and Startup Financing
Sustainable Production through Tech
Policy and Regulatory Enablers