Abdou Khadr Faye

Born in 1976 in Mbour, Senegal, Abdou Khadr Faye, alias Derka, follows in his father’s footsteps as a tailor from 1987 to 1994. In Dakar, he launches the Guediawaye brand (named after his adopted city), works with renowned stylists for fashion shows, takes part in the Miss Senegal pageant, and is awarded the departmental Golden Scissors. He creates his own ready-to-wear collections blending African and European styles, as well as costumes for theater and dance performances. In addition to running his workshop, he teaches classes. A hip-hop enthusiast and rap aficionado, Derka also produces this music. He arrives in France in 2016 and has been a member of the Agency of artists in exile since April 2018.