RENDEZ-VOUS DE LA FRANCOPHONIE FRENCH SLAM OPEN MIC Take the mic and let your voice be heard! Poets bring French slam to life through powerful verses, raw emotion, and dynamic performance. From personal stories to bold reflections, this is a space where language moves, connects, and inspires. Whether performing or listening, come feel the energy, […]
We are pleased to invite you to the Dar es Salaam LAUNCH of Slow Poison: Idi Amin, Yoweri Museveni and the Making of the Ugandan State by MAHMOOD MAMDANI. The event will feature a conversation with the author moderated by JENERALI ULIMWENGU, followed by Q&A + BOOK SALES & SIGNING. 📅 Saturday, 28 March 2026 […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #171 Get ready for a high-energy Jamrock Night filled with roots, rhythm, and dancehall vibes 🔥 For this edition, we welcome Ras Gwandumi (TZ), a passionate Tanzanian artist trained at Bagamoyo College of Arts (TASUBA), known for his reggae-inspired sound deeply rooted in African traditions. He is joined by DJ Dagrey (TZ), an emerging […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #173 Afrovalentine (TZ) – Contemporary African Sounds Get ready for an empowering and vibrant night of live music — where tradition meets innovation, and rhythms tell stories. Inspired by his great-grandfather, a renowned Ngoma player from Ukerewe Island, Afrovalentine carries forward a rich musical heritage while shaping his own unique sound. Through a blend […]
WED 15TH APRIL | MUSIC Jumatano Groove – Rising Star Edition In collaboration with the National Arts Council (BASATA), Alliance Française Dar es Salaam, Creation Africa, and the Embassy of France in Tanzania, we proudly present the BASATA Rising Star Award winner Tunu Halisi. Enjoy a powerful 30-minute live performance from one of Tanzania’s most […]
Girls Power Dance Night 💥💃🏾 📍 Alliance Française DSM | 🕢 7:30PM Step into a reimagined tribute inspired by Sarafina!—where the spirit of resistance, courage, and youth comes alive through a Tanzanian lens, honoring a young woman who dares to stand, question, and lead. Then experience Ushawishi (Influence)—a gripping contemporary dance theatre piece unpacking the […]
CREATION AFRICA FEST 2026] Celebrating Tanzanian creativity in all its forms. The Création Africa Fest returns, bringing together artists, collectives, and cultural voices for a day of music, movement, storytelling, and so much more! This year, we continue to showcase the incredible work of Création Africa partners while opening the space for new collaborations, conversations, […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #174 GOLDEN HITS NIGHT – DJ Baffy (TZ) Classic Hits, SPS Events, and the Alliance Française de Dar es Salaam present Golden Hits Night, a vibrant celebration of the greatest hits from the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Bringing together generations through timeless music, the night blends retro vibes, feel-good energy, and a strong sense […]
LANGUAGE CAFÉ] – April Fool’s Edition 😄 Get ready for an afternoon of laughs, jokes, and playful conversations at our special April Fool’s Language Café! Join us at the Alliance Française of Dar es Salaam, in partnership with the Goethe-Institut, for a fun and relaxed gathering where languages meet humor 🎭☕ Whether you're coming solo […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #175 Welle & The Band – Afrofusion (TZ) April 29 — history will be made. Join us next week for a special night as Welle & The Band take the stage to launch their very first EP! Blending Bongoflava and Afro-fusion, this dynamic group of five talented artists delivers powerful rhythms, vibrant melodies, and […]
GAMES NIGHT] Play, Connect, and Have Fun! Welcome to our first Game Night of the year at the Alliance Française de Dar es Salaam! Join us for a fun, interactive, and cultural evening featuring BONGOPOLY, the first Kiswahili board game. Back for their second event at AFDAR, the creators of BONGOPOLY invite you to enjoy […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #176 Dbass Ganun – Qanun Soul (TZ) Get ready for a unique musical journey as Dbass Ganun takes the stage at Alliance Française! Based in Zanzibar, Dbass Ganun is a talented singer, songwriter, bassist, and qanun player. Blending Afro-fusion with rich traditional influences from his Ndengeleko roots, he creates powerful performances full of rhythm, […]
