Kalam Salaam] Jiunge nasi katika Kalam Salaam ya kipekee ambapo tutajadili na kucheza Bongopoly—mchezo wa kwanza wa bodi kwa Kiswahili unaochanganya maarifa, burudani na utamaduni wa Kitanzania. Mwezeshaji wetu ataeleza asili ya mchezo huu, maudhui yake, na namna unavyochezwa—na zaidi ya hapo, utapata fursa ya kuushiriki moja kwa moja! Ikiwa unapenda michezo, fasihi, au unapenda […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #153 MIDIMU POP UP DJ Edy Scofy (MZ) Sab3na (ET) We are turning up the heat with a special MIDIMU POP UP edition! Hailing from Niassa, Mozambique and now based in Tanzania, DJ Edy Scofy is a powerhouse with 9+ years of experience behind the decks. Specializing in House music in all its forms, […]
MINDSCAPES: BETWEEN SPIRIT AND MEMORY From October 1 to November 7, 2025, Alliance Française de Dar es Salaam proudly presents Mindscapes: Between Spirit and Memory, featuring the works of Eric Lugakingira (Tanzania) and Aaron Mulenga (Zambia/USA). Two visionary artists come together in a powerful dialogue on spirituality, memory, and transformation. Eric Lugakingira, fresh from his […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #152 NAFASI WIKIENDI LIVE SPECIAL Kombo and the Afro Simba Band (KE) — Afro-Fusion Hailing from Malindi, Kenya, Kombo Burns and Afro Simba Band draw inspiration from Nairobi’s cultural melting pot of the 1960s–1980s and the indigenous rhythms of the Miji Kenda coastal communities. Their live performances, filled with original compositions, resonate across generations […]
EXHIBITION] Workshop 3: Biography & Artist Statement Explore how personal history can powerfully shape your biography & artist statement. This workshop invites artists, curators, and cultural entrepreneurs from all fields, visual and performing arts, to reflect on Damian Msagula’s story in relation to his work. For instance, Msagula came from southern Tanzania, where cashew is […]
MUVI KALI #128: Brazilian Film Month “Le sel de la terre” by Juliano Ribeiro Salgado (BR) An internationally co-produced documentary directed by Wim Wenders and Juliano Ribeiro Salgado, focusing on photographer Sebastião Salgado. The narrative spans four decades of Salgado’s work—photographing natural landscapes, human suffering, conflicts, and his “Genesis” project—while exploring his personal journey through the […]
Video Game Night An evening of Mortal Kombat and fun competition for adults 🎮 This month, we’re back with another round of Video Game Night — the ultimate midweek break filled with fierce competition. Step into the arena with Mortal Kombat and face off against your friends in epic battles on the big screen in […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #151 LOVEYOUSAKÉ (UK/TZ/NG) — Alternative Electronic LOVEYOUSAKÉ, the artistic persona of Saké and founder of Cape Town–based Nyama Studios, is a London-born composer, DJ, and audio engineer with Tanzanian and Nigerian roots. This diverse background informs his unique sound, which seamlessly blends Afro, pop, and alternative electronic genres to craft immersive soundscapes. His work […]
Workshop 2: Art and Tourism — Potential and Pitfalls and How To Present An Artistic Style This workshop brings together artists, curators, and the public to explore how tourism shapes artistic production in Zanzibar and Dar es Salaam. It will examine the impact of mass tourist demand on subjects, materials, and display, and consider how […]
ALTÆR's Annual Afrobubblegum Ball is coming up this weekend and this time it's all about the Glitter, baby ✨ With five unique categories and two DJ performances, it's gonna be an incredible showcase of movement and music ✨ Grab your ticket now: linktr.ee/altaersp This project is supported by @franceintanzania and @af_dar under FEF Création Africa. Other partners include: @singelimovement_ […]
Dance Workshop with Stamilu The dance workshop with Stamilu is back with a brand-new session specially designed for children up to 12 years old! Through simple and fun movements, kids will be introduced to different dance styles, develop their imagination, and expand their creativity. 👉 Children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. Activities […]
JUMATANO GROOVE #149 Phina (TZ) DJ Simz (TZ) We are thrilled to welcome Phina to the Jumatano Groove stage for the very first time. Crowned the winner of Bongo Star Search in 2018 and now celebrated across East Africa as “The Melanin Queen”, Phina has become one of Tanzania’s brightest stars. With hits like Upo Nyonyo, […]
