The family of Sadia Sanusi, founder and creative director of the Sadia Sanusi fashion brand, has confirmed the passing of their beloved daughter.
According to Sadia Sanusi’s family, she died peacefully on Sunday, 14 June 2026.
The family and team say the brand will continue operations with all ongoing projects.
They, however, disclosed that an update on the Kente Masterclass scheduled for 22 June 2026 will be shared soon.
The family statement read, “It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Founder and Creative Director, Sadia Sanusi, who departed peacefully on Sunday, 14th June 2026
Sadia was not only a visionary designer, she was a woman of purpose, creativity and grace whose influence reached far beyond the fashion industry. Her passing is an immeasurable loss to her family, friends, colleagues, clients, and the wider creative community. During this difficult time, we respectfully ask the public, media, and well-wishers to honour the family’s privacy and allow them space to mourn.
We also wish to reassure our cherished clients, partners, and stakeholders that the Sadia Sanusi brand remains fully operational. Guided by the vision and standards Sadia established, our dedicated team continues to manage all ongoing operations and client engagements. Garments currently in production will be completed and delivered as scheduled, and all previously arranged consultations, fitings and appointments will proceed as planned under the management team’s supervision.
We understand that many members of the creative community have questions regarding the Kente Artistry Masterclass scheduled for 22nd June 2026. An official communication on the way forward will be issued shortly. We kindly ask registered participants, partners, speakers, and sponsors for their patience while the team reviews the necessary arrangements.
Sadia built a community founded on excellence, authenticity, and empowerment. We are committed to honouring her memory by preserving these values and ensuring the work she so passionately began continues to thrive. Details on memorial arrangements and opportunities to celebrate her life will be shared by the family at the appropriate time.
We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of prayers, love, and condolences received from around the world. Your compassion has been a source of strength to the family and the entire Sadia Sanusi team”.
The family’s official statement follows news that went viral of the death of the Ghanaian fashion designer Sadia Sanusi.
According to reports, Sadia Sanusi passed away just two days before her much-anticipated Kente Artistry Masterclass.
The late Sadia Sanusi is well known for elevating traditional Kente cloth into modern couture, especially bridal and bespoke designs.
The Ghanaian fashion designer, according to reports, started her tailoring business at age 19 in 2012 after she was a second runner-up in the Miss Malaika Ghana pageant.
Her death comes just two days before her scheduled Kente Artistry Masterclass, June 22-26, 2026, which was set to bring together fashion enthusiasts and creatives to explore kente craftsmanship and styling.
Details surrounding her passing remain undisclosed, with the family expected to release further information and funeral arrangements in due course.
Some Ghanaians reacting to the tragic development stated, “The rate at which young people are dying these days is very troubling. We need to take care of our health and our life choices”.
One X user added, “Oh hmmm… she will be having her own master’s class next week Monday oo, and she is gone like that hmm”.
“How does a young lady hustle through and become one of the finest in the country, just sleep and not wake up. How????? Rest in peace, Sadia Sanussi”, a netizen added.
See the statement below:
