Title: Mrs | Designation: Founder
First Name: Makeba | Last Name: Boateng

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Makeba Boateng is a multifaceted professional with a deep commitment to the advancement of Ghanaian creativity, culture, and industry. As the founder of Fashion Forum Africa (FFA) and Boaten Appraisal Service, she has dedicated her career to preserving the legacy of Ghana’s creative industries while championing innovation, sustainability, and cultural exchange.

Through Fashion Forum Africa, Makeba spearheads initiatives that celebrate the richness of Ghanaian and African textiles, design, and craftsmanship. FFA serves as a collaborative platform to advocate for eco-conscious practices, value-chain development, and policy frameworks that empower the creative economy. With a focus on sustainability and heritage, FFA is committed to advancing the economic and cultural contributions of Ghana’s fashion sector while amplifying the voices of emerging designers and artisans across the continent.

Complementing her work with FFA, Makeba is also the driving force behind Boaten Appraisal Service, a professional practice specializing in the valuation of personal property, particularly historical and contemporary textiles, artifacts, and artworks. Her expertise as an independent appraiser and curator underscores her role as a steward of cultural heritage, ensuring that Ghanaian creativity and craftsmanship are recognized and preserved for generations to come.

Makeba’s efforts bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern entrepreneurship, fostering a dynamic ecosystem where Ghanaian talent can thrive on a global stage. Her vision for a more sustainable, inclusive, and innovative creative sector reflects her belief in the transformative power of Ghanaian creativity and culture.

Makeba Boateng embodies the synergy between tradition and progress, making her an invaluable advocate for the growth of Ghana’s creative industries and the preservation of its cultural heritage.

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Research areas

1. Product Development
2. Sustainable Fashion Practices, Indigenous Textiles and Craftsmanship, Cultural Heritage Preservation, Creative Economy Development, Fashion Innovation and Technology, Textile Policy Advocacy, Eco-Conscious Design and Manufacturing, African Fashion History and Legacy Artisanal and Handmade Products, Cultural Exchange and Global Collaboration

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