Ouagadougou int'l Dance Festival turns suffering into resistance, uniting performers through culture

In the heart of the Sahel, a dance festival in Ouagadougou becomes a powerful act of defiance and resilience. Dancers, some survivors of horrific attacks by armed groups, transform their pain into movement, using every gesture to honour the dead and resist oppression. Despite security threats, audiences gather to witness these performances, celebrating culture as a weapon of unity and hope. Meanwhile, in Senegal, a renowned dance school draws inspiration from nature, teaching movements that reconnect people with the earth and each other. Across borders and languages, the festival unites diverse cultures through a shared rhythm, offering a space for healing and connection. It stands as a testament to the enduring power of art in the face of violence and division.
Al Jazeera’s Nicolas Haque reports from Toubab Diallo, in Senegal.
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