African Dances
71 entries
Salegy
Madagascar · Island Nations
Fast-paced music and dance with rapid movements and lively rhythm reflecting Malagasy …
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Sega
Mauritius, Réunion · Island Nations
Originating from the slave populations of the islands, Sega is both a …
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Seggae
Mauritius · Island Nations
Fusion of Sega and Reggae, expressing social and political themes through dance …
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Shibelani
South Africa · Southern Africa
Tsonga women's dance with vibrant movements and colorful skirts.
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Simpa (Ghana)
Ghana · West Africa
Intricate footwork, synchronized clapping, expressing joy and celebration.
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Soukous
Democratic Republic of Congo · Central Africa
Often referred to as the African rumba, this dance style is characterized …
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Taarab Dance
Tanzania/Zanzibar · East Africa
Accompanies Taarab music, with graceful, fluid movements influenced by Swahili Coast cultures.
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Tahtib
Egypt · North Africa
An ancient martial art that has evolved into a folk dance, characterized …
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Tchokwe Dance
Angola · Central Africa
Storytelling dance using masks and costumes, representing ancestral spirits and social themes.
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Tsapiky (Madagascar)
Madagascar · Island Nations
Fast-paced footwork and lively beats reflecting the spirit of southern Madagascar.
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Tswana Traditional Dance
Botswana · Southern Africa
This dance includes a series of jumps, high kicks, and stomps, reflecting …
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