AFROCONEX BLOG

Oyofe is an oasis of African creativity—a place where movers gather in unity, free of borders and restrictions, speaking one universal language: dance. The theme of the 2025 summer edition of the Oyofe Dance Festival was Angola vs. South Africa, and they delivered on every level. Over six days (July 1–6), the vibrant urban dance cultures of both countries took center stage through workshops, battles, performances, and community gatherings.

Socabón  based in New Jersey, is an organization on a mission to unite Afro-Peruvian communities within and beyond Peru—celebrating their heritage, sharing their stories, and building bridges with Afro cultures around the world.

So Dope Dance Academy was started to provide a platform for young dancers to learn, grow, and express themselves through dance. Our mission is to empower our students with the skills, confidence, and creativity to succeed in the dance industry and beyond. The aim is to serve youth in disenfranchised communities who face challenges like social ills, gun violence and gangsterism, to empower them through dance training, meditation and nurture their life skills.

Amapiano dance routines are full of various South African dance Styles. One of those styles is Bhujwa.