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JAMAFEST (Jamuhuri ya Africa Mashiriki Utamaduni Festival) 2013

Genre : Festival | Kigali

From saturday 09 to saturday 16 february 2013

Times : 00:00
Principal country concerned : Column : Music, Dance, Heritage, Arts and crafts

Find more details about the event [here]

Jamafest Village of Countries
In light of social integration; part of this festival could be an outreach exercise conducted by the visiting participants of the EAC member states. An easily accessible venue will be selected for the exercise to make it easy for the public to attend and shall be called Haraka Village of Countries.

It will entail the visiting artists sharing and teaching about an aspect of their culture such as food, language or dance with the public.This gathering will create an exciting and informal avenue to edify the public on the EAC integration and the festival theme. It will also be a space to publicize the Festival.

Market Day & Art Gallery
In light of economic empowerment; a day or two of the festival will be set apart to have the local and participating artists showcase and sell their wares such as jewelry, clothing, curios, paintings etc.

Workshops and Symposiums
Different workshops will be run by professional and experienced local and visiting artists. This will enhance EAC integration through various cultural and artistic activities.

Live Performances
The various participants will have a chance to showcase their work through drama, dance (contemporary and traditional) and music (modern and traditional). These will be open to the public.



Partners

  • Arterial network
  • Rwanda : Positive Production

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