Katende
Godfrey

Awardee

Country

Uganda

Katende Godfrey advocates for the environment through fashion.

Themes
Environment / Climate emergency
Reexamining history
Disciplines
Fashion
Visual Art
Performance
Awards
SEED Award 2025

Profile

Katende Godfrey is a fashion designer based in Uganda. He draws inspiration from ancient African fashion while also incorporating modern and futuristic designs. His work is centred around African tradition, heritage, and culture. Katende's use of natural and indigenous materials is a testament to his commitment to preserving African culture and traditions, while also promoting sustainable fashion practices.

Katende is dedicated to providing free education, mentorship, and inspiration to the local community in Kampala. His commitment to empowering local communities through fashion aligns with the decolonisation movement in Africa, which seeks to dismantle systems of oppression and empower African people to reclaim their culture and heritage. Through his “Kwetu Kwanza” campaign, Katende is a vocal advocate for sustainable and ethical fashion practices.