Quiin Abenakyo’s stunning looks combined with her intellect, personality and impressive “beauty with a purpose” project impressed the judges throughout the competition. After Quiin won the head to head challenge and was confirmed in the top 40 semi-finalists, the entire nation got behind her to rally for votes.

One of the highlights of the evening was the outstanding show of support, unity and positivity by the Woman of the Future Nominees who exemplified “Women Supporting Women” by cheering on the winner in their category and even going further to walk her to the stage, these young women were the talk of the evening.

“I’m thrilled to be a part of the showcasing lineup for this year. The ASFAs are a great platform that’s transforming the fashion scene not only in Uganda but across the entire continent. And I feel honoured to be a part of this beautiful lineup of fashion greats,”Anita says

"You are the future of this industry not the big fashion brands you hear of today. You are the ones who will put Kenyan fashion on the map but in order to do that, you all need to work together as Brand Kenya. Kigali fashion week has begun and the Ethiopian fashion industry is growing. If we as Kenyan designers don’t get our act together Rwanda and Ethiopian Fashion industries will be the leaders of East African Fashion in the next three years and we will be nowhere. So for the sake of Brand Kenya, let us put our differences aside and learn to work together."

Nato design house makes casual,contemporary apparel and accessories, each collection is developed to illustrate the beauty of cultural exchange through fashion, a combination of sophistication and heritage. Fusing unexpected combinations, with a city chic flair, her design have become a signature for modern women.