After a six-year break, the Uganda International Fashion Week (UIFW) made a striking return on Saturday, September 5, with its Grand Finale Gala at the Kampala Serena Hotel.Held under the theme “Fashion for Impact,” the evening brought together designers, models, creatives and fashion enthusiasts from Uganda, across Africa and beyond.The runway showcased a blend of contemporary style, cultural heritage and sustainable design, with collections inspired by local materials and traditional techniques.agabasteven.comUgandan designers including AXARYA, Natwe Fashion House and Lulungi Couture shared the runway with creatives from Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, South Africa and India, turning the finale into a truly international celebration of African fashion.Beyond the glamour, UIFW carried a deeper message — creating opportunities for young people, women, persons with disabilities and refugees to build careers and showcase their creativity.Denis Wafula wins Male Model of the Year Award, Showcases at Lagos Fashion WeekFor many, including deaf model Mary Nakimuli, the platform represented a new beginning and a chance to believe in bigger dreams.The runway was back, and this time, it was fashion with purpose.agabasteven.COMagabasteven.COMagabasteven.COMagabasteven.COMagabasteven.COMagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comagabasteven.comThe post UIFW Returns in Style: A Night of Fashion, Culture and Impact appeared first on MBU.