Ananse Africa, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and supported by the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture & Creative Economy, will launch the Ananse Center for Design Lagos at 10 Nike Art Gallery Road, Lekki Ikate, Lagos, Nigeria. That changes on 10 October 2025, with the opening of the Ananse Center for Design Lagos – Africa’s first fully integrated design and entrepreneurship hub – bringing together training, production, and market access under one roof to unlock growth at scale. The Ananse Center for Design Lagos directly tackles unemployment and gender inequality, with a goal to equip aspiring and emerging fashion entrepreneurs with the skills and tools to professionalise and scale. QuoteSamuel Mensah, Founder & CEO, Ananse“The Ananse Center for Design Lagos is more than a space – it is a catalyst for change. With a mission to empower creatives across the continent, Ananse is building a sustainable design ecosystem that drives inclusive prosperity and global recognition.