International Bogolan Festival of Mali
»Festival international de la mode autour du Bogolan »
Fousseyni Traoré, is both stylist and promoter of the festival, to showcase Bogolan
The Bogolan International Festival is organized by Mr. Fousséyni Traoré, to showcase the Bogolan
Ivory Coast and Mali.
International Bogolan Festival of Mali
Date : November 2018
Location : Bamako (Mali)
Organizator : Fouss TRAORE
Fouss TRAORE want to sensitize the population and the authorities on how to make Bogolan. The professionals of the fabrics of Bogolan are in difficulty.
The fabrics and workshop of Bogolan need a real support from by the authorities and the population of Mali. Bogolan should be the first clothing of the citizens.
Only a national support from the authority can promote Bogolan Internationally.
By improving a better manufacturing and finishing process by making the production more accessible to the public.
The Bogolan is a vector of economic development to combat unemployment and poverty « ,
Mali is leading the pack in cotton fiber production. Koutiala, Kita, Dioïla, Ouéléssébougou, Bougouni and Sikasso are areas of cultures.
To contribute to the promotion of the sector, the Association founded by Fouss TRAIRE, »PARAITRE POUR SEDUIRE (Appear to Seduce) has initiated the International Fashion Festival around the Bogolan launched in 2015.
