These prints are eluding major high street stores, runways and fashion magazines both home and abroad. It seems they are here to stay.
The colourful, tribal patterned fabrics, produced in Africa is commonly called 'Ankara' in Nigeria, 'Dutch Wax' in Ghana, 'Kanga prints' in Tanzania and in other East African countries it is called 'Ikat', 'Batik', 'Mud cloth' and so on.
I instantly fell in love with the Ghanian national team jersey for the FIFA 2014 World Cup yesterday when they played their first match of the tournament. For those who didn't see it, the white jersey had 'Kente' Ankara fabric round the neck on on the arm band. It looked so beautiful and unique. I applaud the designer of the team's jersey for imbibing the African culture into the outfit. It is the first of it's kind and it is obvious that a lot of thought and planning went into the design.
The most interesting thing is, or should I say the most fascinating thing is that the use of Ankara is not limited to clothing as it was in past times. Designers have started using the rich African fabric for other fashion and household items, including purses, slippers, jewelry, shoes, pillow cases, curtains and different fashion accesories. So go ahead and rock your Ankara. Proudly African! 
