When it comes to dance and breaking new ground, few countries can match South Africa’s dynamic blend of traditional movements and modern styles. Just recently, South Africa proudly made history at the ...

They came from halfway around the world, but the Ipintombi Dancers are proof that whether you're in South Africa or Seattle, being a kid isn't much different. The dance ensemble arrived two weeks ago ...

Growing up in a Black township, Vusi Mdoyi found a sprinkle of joy under apartheid in a street-dancing style known as pantsula. As a choreographer, he has elevated it into high art, injected with ...

Traditional South African dances are more than just movement. They spread awareness of the country’s socioeconomic and political challenges as they entertain. Two ensembles — Real Actions Pantsula and ...

Blog posts represent the views of CFR fellows and staff and not those of CFR, which takes no institutional positions. The African National Congress (ANC) has governed South Africa since the ...

JOHANNESBURG — South Africans of all walks of life are dancing to “Jerusalema,” a rousing anthem to lift their spirits amid the battle against COVID-19. In response to a call from President Cyril ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by New York is getting to know the work of Gregory Maqoma, which borrows from Western and South African traditions. By Brian Seibert Someone is weeping.

One thing about Black folks, we’re going to bring good energy wherever we go — even to help eradicate the Canadian wildfires. Our people know how to heal, OK? Two hundred South African firefighters ...

For many of us, healing starts in the home, in ritual, in community, and in deep spiritual connection. As both a clinical psychologist and Igqirha, a Xhosa divine healer, I have come to understand ...

The South African street dance team proudly represented the nation at the UDO World Championships in the United Kingdom. Photo: Supplied South Africa’s street dancers are breaking new ground, not just ...