The fashion industry is one of  world’s largest employer and consumer  of creativity. In the recent years, the impact of fashion on the globe has been undeniably  powerful, especially as African fashion makes its way into the world mainstream fashion creating a  rise in what is dubbed ‘Afro-Fashion’. A trend that came with a bang, made no excuses and flowed with a huge influence from the MotherLand of Africa. A trend that found resonance with both the high-end mighty designers and the low and humble students/beginners alike.  Firmly setting itself apart from, but totally in seamless unity with the already existing and established fashion culture, styles and influence, it did not disrupt (but disrupted) the balance of the fashion world and all the drama, pomp and circumstances surrounding it; a.k.a; Fashion Week!!

 There's been a debate within and outside the industry, so many people are questioning the relevance of fashion weeks in this 21st Tech freak era. As this discussion makes its way through social media and among bloggers and fashion enthusiasts, our very own fashion professional, model and fashion consultant Gayle Ngozee takes sides on the topic. And her perspective is one you truly need to read through in this issue, to allow you the grounds to plug in your own thoughts on this topic. 

 Fashion is undoubtedly one of world's oldest cultural expression of identity and has continued to be so. Therefore remains relevant in our everyday discussion regardless of how much the world expands in it's quest for industrialisation, politics and or globalisation. 

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Every generation has been met with one challenge or another. And at each time, there have  been formidable voices that initiate a change that will drive that generation to a new day. 

 These individuals are not necessarily extraodinary people.  But, they have always  devised extra-ordinary means of changing the sound of story with whatever talent and passion they possess. 

 Often these individuals are met with tough oppositions.  Which often threaten their lives. But one thing has remained constant wih them . Their steel of will have at all times remained resolute, unshaken and unwaivering. They have always been clear, firm and ready to die for what they believe in. 

 From today's Serena Williams, Wole Soyinka to the then, Chinua Achebe, Nelson Mandela, Maya Angelou, to the historic voices such as Yaa Asantewa, John F Kennedy and Rosa Park. 
 Humanity has continued to benefit from such voices which today we recognise in history as the Steel of Will.

From the world known faces to that highly talented impacting their community and are not yet discovered on the global scene, C. Hub magazine is committed to searching out great change makers regardless of where they are.

As the ethos of the magazine is centred on excellence and authenticity through creativity, C. Hub magazine does not take permission neither does it make excuses in finding and spotlighting the best talents in creativity, leadership and entrepreneurship.
Faustina Anyanwu, the chief  editor said, "We know great men and women who are influential are usually change agents who are found in diverse places. These inspirational and fascinating talents came from different backgrounds such as, Medicine, Science, Technology, Sports, Fashion, Music,Film, Politics, and other entertainment industries.

These individuals are different not just because they have unusual talents, but, they use their talent to creatively  question all status quo and stories around them. This is why we celebrate them in this edition of 100 most influential."

"What is so fascinating about these individuals is their capacity to touch boundaries, and against all odds, they create a better world not just for themselves but for others." She adds. 
In no particular order, here are the C. Hub Magazine  most influential Creatives of 2017.

The Entrepreneur Issue starring our publisher Emeka  Anyanwu, sharing his 50 lessons in 50 years. 
Also, as we reach our  5th anniversary milestone, we celebrate entrepreneurship with   successful entrepreneurs sharing  their 5 lessons in  their 5 years in business. 

Also in this issue, we bring you top 3 under 30s who are shaking the business world. (Obinwanne Okeke, CEO and managing director Invictus, Abiola Balikis Salawe Bankole CEO and Editor in Chief of Afrokanist magazine and not the least, Eddie Resphanto CO-Founder Musicatloud, LLC. 

Not just that, this issue, I have also shared a bit of our journey on my editor's letter and we have brought you also loads more on entrepreneurship; 10 ways entrepreneurs can leverage their social media , suitcase for him and her in the fashion. We have also visited Morocco and brought you the best dishes from their top restaurants, plus tips on how to tone up your home for a heavenly summer bliss. 

You don't want to miss any part of it. 

Cover image and all cover story images have been photographed by Chima Luke Okafor

Fashion defines a people’s character, identity and taste. African designers are no longer emerging rather, they have come to take their rightful place in the world of fashion. Throughout the world, African fashion and style is continuing to set the pace; both in the fabric design, and styling. In this issue of C. Hub magazine, ‘The Designers issue’, we bring you exclusive spotlight on our cover girl, Ghanaian teenage model, Rhesa Owusu who at the age of 14, became a runway sensation. Now 17 and has won the most prestigious fashion awards in the industry. In 2014, she became the runner up at Divas of Colour and this year won the title. Last year, she also won the model of the year at BEFFTAs and has been blazing on the most influential runways, from Divas of Colour, Africa Fashion week to London Fashion week. Also we had an exclusive chat with the 2017 Divas of Colour Designer of the year, Afua Sam of STUDIO, who unveiled her latest collection, Freedom Collection at this year’s Divas of Colour. Wowing the audience with some exquisite and quirky designs which are truly expression of freedom in true sense of it. Resisting the Trump era and it’s tendency to suppress all that we have long overcome. Read the full gist on page 13 of the designers issue. As if it’s not enough we bring you all the dazzling designers at this year’s Divas of COLOUR fashion show, Slay in Health, raising awareness on gynaecological cancers. All exclusive never seen before images and stories behind their collections. Topping off the designers issue, we search for top 10 African designers shaping the taste of African fashion. From the likes of legendary Duro Olowu, Adama Paris, Thula Sindi and Korto Momolu. Find out more inside this issue who made it to the top 10 in a particular order.

Successful hardworking women are constantly haunted by both her family, colleagues, and even fellow women to condense to submissive, helpless attitude, to be seen as humble and to fit into the box which the society; depending on your location) has made for you. If you are independent, rich and influential, God help you if you are still single or worse still if you are a single mother, then you must have been selling your body to make it. 
In this issue however, our women at the top have redefined the storyline. Their individual and collective stories are changing the perception that women can be successful without tagging behind marriage or a man. These ladies are breaking barriers, brick by brick, day by day and ladder by ladder, changing the narrative for every woman in 2017. Our cover girl, Funke Abimbola was once told to steer clear of corporate law as this area of legal practice was “too competitive for a black woman”. She was not fazed, rather she doubled up her efforts. Now she’s a multi-award winning solicitor, currently the most senior black lawyer working within the UK pharmaceutical industry and is one of the most senior globally. She is a senior leader for the world’s largest biotech company, a practising solicitor leading the legal and corporate compliance, company secretarial and data protection functions that support the company’s pharmaceutical operations in the UK, Ireland, Malta and Gibraltar. Funke’s story is not just empowering, but also a huge step forward to creating that balance in the diversity narrative.

This issue, we take a bow to the legends of our time. All those who have been exceptionally giving of themselves in service to humanity. Though imperfect, they all have used their position, gifts and talent to shape the world, doing their parts to make an impact. So many of whom you will meet at this year’s Creativity Award (CA award).8 years ago it was unbelievable. Almost like a dream only that it was a fulfilment of MLK’s 46 years old prophesied dream. There is something much deeper for us to reflect upon as we also celebrate the promise made real in Jesus Christ this Christmas. Almost like the story of Jesus Christ, a promise of a King came true and his people’s expectation was not met as their understanding of his reign did not meet the reality of his purpose. Therefore they cried, crucify him! Crucify him!!

Who are you? There are three major ways to assess a person. How you dress, how you speak and how you walk. This issue, we catch up with fab African Designers stamping their names in the global fashion books. Kwame Koranteng Bespoke Tailoring (KKBT), exclusively unveils his serendipity collection on this issue. Introducing clean cuts, vibrant colours and exquisite styling for Dapper men. We bring you evolution of men's wear and styling plus the most dapper Black sports men of all time. Queen of slay, designer brand, Luxury by Feyi speaks exclusively to us. It has never been so fashion forward than this.

 What's more? We bring you the life of the world's greatest. Paying tribute the man of steel as the sun stood still on his departure. Muhammad Ali without doubt is a Dapper man.

C. Hub magazine 2016 100 most influential creatives. April – June issue .
“We probably will be kicking several butts with this year’s 100 most influential for all the good and well, bad reasons for some. They are not the usual names you’ve always seen. 

Recognising the importance of creativity, coupled with the power of social media, you can no longer put people in just one box and define them. More and more people are now thinking and living outside the long familiar definition, and they’re out influencing their circle with their own unchecked imaginations. 

These are the people challenging what you’ve known for ages, challenging the stereotypes, challenging the norms and creating their own reality . Their reality which resonates with the needs of people around them. They’re the new leaders of our time, the influencers.
 Years back if you heard ‘influential’ , you probably would start listing all the media famous names and ‘world leaders’, – position or status leaders. One good thing about this era is, such definitions of influence are being challenged. 

C. Hub magazine understands the principles of maximising smallness and the principles of authenticity, creativity and vision , and has tailored this year’s most influential again based on the fact that these individuals are maximising resources around them to create powerful ripple effects that are changing lives, using the power of their gifting , vision and creativity . This however is an inexhaustible list as we continue to research to update the list of those influencing our time.

In this issue of C. Hub magazine we bring you exclusively, coverage from the CA award, you have the opportunity to see profiles of individuals who have made enormous use of their lives to impact others , not because they have it all sorted but because, they focused on the positive outcomes of their efforts and time here. From Dr Yvonne Thompson CBE to Prof Rotimi Jaiyesimi and Dr Brighton Chireka. These are just a few of individuals you need to draw inspirations from. 

Dr Nkem takes your health to the next level noting that your mind has the power to control the healing of your body. Find this on the health column.  In your quest to leap through, you also have to know that your physical appearance has so much to do with the answers you get. That's why we've brought you exclusive wardrobe tips to dress what you mean. Check the fashion edits. 

Now you want to take your ambition to the next level, see our top 5 books any serious entrepreneur must read this year. Whether you're a start up or  an established entrepreneur, or you're an employee, these books will help you both in being outstanding in your business and professional endeavours.

Featuring cover girl, Ace  bestselling author, Ibitola Ojoye  also are the ICONS who have given up on their comfort to make sure that Africans’ story, creativity and heritage are told in a way to give value, dignity and enthusiasm to the narrative of Africans and Black people as a race. They are – Veteran Journalist Sherry Ann Dixon, Dr Alistair Soyode (Founder BEN TV) Menelik Shabazz (founder Black FilmMakers International Film Festival) and Emmanuel Anyiam-Osigwe (founder BUFF) .
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