With just a few days to go, anticipation is building for AllFashion Sourcing Cape Town 2026, as South Africa's textile, apparel and fashion industry prepares to gather at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 2) from 14–16 July 2026.
Hosted by Messe Frankfurt South Africa in partnership with Texpertise, the City of Cape Town, and proudly supported by Nedbank, the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), The Industrial Development Corporation(IDC) and key industry stakeholders, the event will bring together manufacturers, designers, retailers, buyers, sourcing professionals, entrepreneurs and policymakers for three days of business networking, innovation, knowledge sharing and trade.
As part of the global Texpertise Network, AllFashion Sourcing continues to connect African creativity, manufacturing and international sourcing opportunities while supporting localisation, sustainability and industry growth. The event provides a comprehensive platform where businesses can discover new suppliers, source innovative products and technologies, gain valuable market intelligence and build meaningful commercial relationships.
The Industry Meets Here
Visitors will have access to exhibitors representing every stage of the textile and fashion value chain, including fabrics, apparel, trims, accessories, leather, machinery, manufacturing technologies, textile care, logistics and sustainable solutions.
Beyond the exhibition floor, AllFashion Sourcing has become recognised as one of the industry's most important business networking platforms, bringing together decision-makers from across South Africa, the African continent and international markets.
A key feature of this year's event is the Business Matchmaking Programme, which facilitates pre-arranged one-on-one meetings between buyers, retailers, manufacturers and suppliers, helping create meaningful commercial partnerships and new business opportunities.
World-Class Industry Content
One of the major highlights of this year's event is an expanded Fringe Programme, delivering practical insight into the trends, technologies and strategies shaping the future of fashion and textile manufacturing.
Headlining the programme is WGSN's exclusive Fashion Aesthetic Drivers 2028 presentation, providing visitors with an early look at the global consumer behaviours, colour directions, materials and design influences expected to shape future collections.
The programme will also explore:
- Sustainable transformation
- The future of South Africa's Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather industry
- Innovation through industry collaboration
- The impact of digital commerce and changing consumer behaviour
- Business growth opportunities through the Nedbank Accelerate Programme
Together, these sessions offer practical knowledge and strategic insights from leading local and international experts, equipping businesses to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.
Celebrating Fashion and Innovation
Visitors can also experience a vibrant programme of live events throughout the three days, including:
- Exhibitor Fashion Shows
- The Young Designer Competition Finals
- Celebration of Fashion
- Product innovation showcases
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders and key stakeholders
The event officially opens on Tuesday, 14 July at 09h00 with the Opening Function and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, welcoming government representatives, industry leaders, exhibitors and strategic partners as they formally launch the 2026 edition of AllFashion Sourcing Cape Town.
A Shared Vision for Industry Growth
As Host City Partner, the City of Cape Town continues to champion the growth of the creative economy, manufacturing and investment within the clothing and textile sector, recognising the industry's important contribution to economic development and job creation.
Alderman James Vos, the City of Cape Town's Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, said:
"The City proudly welcomes the return of AllFashion Sourcing and lends its support to this critical event. Spotlighting and connecting designers, manufacturers, industry bodies and retailers is essential for growing Africa's diverse clothing and textile markets to their fullest potential. And there is no better place to host this gathering than Cape Town, where creativity, sustainability and local manufacturing are celebrated."
Michael Dehn, Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt South Africa, said:
"AllFashion Sourcing is where the industry comes together to exchange ideas, discover new business opportunities, build strategic partnerships. This year's event brings together world-class industry content, innovative exhibitors and a strong business matchmaking programme, creating an environment where meaningful conversations become lasting commercial opportunities."
Poovi Pillay, Executive Head of Social Impact Nedbank, said
“At Nedbank, we believe small businesses are the engine of economic growth and job creation. Through our partnership with AllFashion Sourcing and the Nedbank Fashion Accelerator Programme, delivered in partnership with Fetola; we are helping entrepreneurs and industry participants access the knowledge, networks and opportunities they need to scale their businesses, strengthen local manufacturing and contribute to a more resilient, competitive and sustainable fashion ecosystem.”
Visitor Registration Still Open
Visitor registration remains open and industry professionals are encouraged to register before the event opens next week.
Whether you are a retailer looking for new suppliers, a manufacturer seeking business opportunities, a designer exploring emerging trends or an entrepreneur looking to grow your network, AllFashion Sourcing Cape Town 2026 offers unrivalled access to the people, products and ideas shaping the future of the industry.
Event Details
AllFashion Sourcing Cape Town 2026
Dates: 14–16 July 2026
Venue: Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 2)
Official Opening Function & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Tuesday, 14 July 2026 | 09h00
Register online:
https://app.messereg.com/events/visitor/allfashion-sourcing-2026
For more information, visit:
https://allfashionsourcing.za.messefrankfurt.com
Links to websites:
https://allfashionsourcing.za.messefrankfurt.com/capetown/en.html
Background information on Messe Frankfurt
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