JUMATANO GROOVE - BABA KASH (TZ) Baba Kash is a singeli musician renowned for infusing Mchiriku flavours into his music, creating a distinctive Swahili essence that vividly narrates Swahili street stories. His electrifying live performances have always been backed up by a talented band and captivating Singeli dancers, which have earned him local and international […]
Kalam Salaam : A monthly celebration of swahili literary culture. 🪶(Swahili only) For literary lovers, the character Willy Gamba returns at the launch of the epic spy novels “Uchu” and “Kikomo” by the legendary A.E. Musiba. It will be a night of thematic wonder! For one night only, step into the world of espionage, intrigue, […]
KANGA TALES, WOMEN STORIES A photographic exhibition by Delphine Blast (FR) featuring a panel, fashion show, and live music Join us for the Kanga Tales, Women Stories Exhibition Launch at the Alliance Française of Dar es Salaam! Experience the vibrant Kanga culture through an amazing photo exhibition, an insightful panel discussion, and a fashion show, […]
Get ready to move like never before at the Singeli 2 the World Concert! Celebrate Fête de la Musique with an unforgettable night at Coco Beach’s Swahili Experience on June 21st from 6 PM! Join @af_dar and @Kandorobaba_entertainment_tz for an electrifying evening of Singeli beats, vibrant rhythms, and non-stop dancing—all for FREE! Experience the heart and soul of […]
JUMATANO GROOVE ASILI HIP-HOP FESTIVAL - Jay Moe (TZ) Get ready for an electrifying night at Jumatano Live, part of the Hip Hop Asili Festival! We are thrilled to present Jay Moe, a cornerstone of Tanzania’s bongo flava scene. Bursting onto the music scene in 1999, Jay Moe has delivered iconic hits like ‘Mvua na […]
MUVI KALI - We Dare to Dream by Waad Al-Kateab (SY) We Dare to Dream is the story of refugee athletes from Iran, Syria, South Sudan and Cameroon who swim, run and fight their way to opportunity and safety in host nations across the world. Spanning a breadth of backgrounds, personal stories and Olympic sports, […]
JUMATANO GROOVE - SINAUBI ZAWOSE & PAMOJA (TZ/PL) SINAUBI ZAWOSE has a clear vision and mission to preserve and sustain the legacy of his father Dr Hukwe Zawose and Charles Zawose, masters of Gogo tribe music and chiefs of the Zawose dynasty. SinaUbi’s goal is to always deliver a high-quality live performance of his music […]
KALAM SALAAM: Siku ya Kiswahili Duniani Katika kuadhimisha Siku ya Kiswahili Duniani, Kalam Salaam inakukaribisha kwenye mjadala wa kuvutia na wanafasihi mashuhuri juu ya fursa mbalimbali zitokanazo na lugha hii pendwa ya Kiswahili. Usiku wetu utaanza na onyesho la kipekee la filamu ya "Vuta N'Kuvute," iliyotokana na riwaya ya kusisimua ya nguli Shafi Adam Shafi, […]
WONDAR BALL - A celebration of dance and fashion @wondarland_project proudly presents the WONDAR BALL – a spectacular evening dedicated to the fusion of dance and fashion! Date: Saturday, July 6th Venue: Alliance Française of DSM Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM Admission: Free Entrance Come and immerse yourself in an unforgettable night of creativity and […]
JUMATANO GROOVE - Lumumba Theatre (TZ) Lumumba Theatre specializes in African contemporary music and traditional dance, boasting a legacy spanning over 15 years. Renowned across Tanzania, Lumumba has graced esteemed events such as Voices of Wisdom, Bagamoyo Festival, and the Zanzibar International Film Festival. Beyond its local acclaim, Lumumba has captivated audiences in both African […]
MUVI KALI - Watch my Shorts: The Long and Short of Animation (CA/TZ) Join us for the screening of a program of animated shorts from Canada and Tanzania, selected by Konokono Collective (Montreal) and Tai Studio (Dar es Salaam). The presentation will be followed by a discussion, moderated by Jesse Gerard Mpango, on the process […]
JUMATANO GROOVE - Midimu Collective (TZ) Midimu Collective, named after the Makonde Tribe’s “Midimu” coming-of-age ceremony and the concept of MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface), honours its cultural heritage while symbolizing the transformative and communal power of music. This Tanzanian DJ collective, consisting of Aziz, Big Sam, and Pweza, is among the first of its […]
