Excitement at the official opening of FESPAD

What: The 7th edition of the Pan African Dance Festival (FESPAD). It is organised by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Culture.

Monday, July 26, 2010
Ugandan singer, Jose Chameleon sings his heart out.

What: The 7th edition of the Pan African Dance Festival (FESPAD). It is organised by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports and Culture.

Theme: "Traditional dance; a precious potential in creative industries.”

Deal: The week-long festival will feature dance workshops which will take place at Notre Dame de Citeaux, Dance Art Exhibitions to be showcased at Shokola, Laico and Goethe Institute, Conference at the Kigali Serena Hotel, National Dance Competitions and Concerts featuring renowned international, regional and local artists.

Performances: The dance festival will also showcase various performances by local, regional and international artists, including Zouk maestro Kassav, who will perform at the closing concert on July 31, at the Amahoro National Stadium.

(All photos by Goodman .H)