African Dances
Hosanna (Botswana)
Country: Botswana
Region: Southern Africa
Slow, graceful movements symbolizing happiness and unity, performed at celebrations.
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Country: South Africa
Region: Southern Africa
A traditional Zulu dance that emphasizes high kicking movements, often performed at ceremonies and significant cultural events.
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Country: Kenya
Region: East Africa
Fast-paced dance of the Luhya people, performed at public events with the Isukuti drum.
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Country: Ghana
Region: West Africa
Call-and-response singing, clapping, energetic movements promoting unity and joy.
Read MoreJerusarema Dance
Country: Zimbabwe
Region: Southern Africa
A UNESCO-recognized dance tradition known for its intricate footwork and for being a significant cultural heritage of the Mashonaland East …
Read MoreKabyle Dance
Country: Algeria
Region: North Africa
Performed at celebrations by Kabyle Berbers, movements symbolize daily life and communal values.
Read MoreKalenda
Country: St. Lucia and the Caribbean
Region: Island Nations (Caribbean)
African roots, martial art with stick fighting, reflecting resilience.
Read MoreKiganda Dance
Country: Uganda
Region: East Africa
Traditional dance from the Buganda kingdom, known for its energetic and rhythmic movements, involving the use of drums and other …
Read MoreKpanlogo
Country: Ghana
Region: West Africa
Originating from the Ga ethnic group, this dance is associated with celebrations and is known for its relaxed and somewhat …
Read MoreKuduro
Country: Angola
Region: Innovative Contemporary Styles
Fuses Angolan traditional dances with house and techno, fast-paced and energetic.
Read MoreKwasa Kwasa (Botswana/DRC)
Country: Botswana/DRC
Region: Southern Africa
Waist twisting and rolling movements.
Read MoreLangarm
Country: South Africa
Region: Southern Africa
Couples dancing smoothly to jazz or pop music, originating in Coloured communities.
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