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TABASAMU (SMILE)
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Tabasamu (Smile) is an emerging all-female performance ensemble from Bagamoyo, Tanzania, made up of eight young and dynamic artists. The group combines traditional drumming, dance, vocals, and theatre to celebrate Tanzanian cultural heritage while addressing the aspirations and challenges of young women.
Through their vibrant performances and community activities, Tabasamu promotes women’s empowerment, confidence, leadership, cultural preservation, and positive social change. The group has performed on platforms including Kwetu Bagamoyo and Samaki Festival, and continues to grow as a new generation of female artists connecting tradition with contemporary expression.
Genre: Traditional & Contemporary African Performance
Based: Bagamoyo, Tanzania
Themes: Women’s Empowerment • Cultural Heritage • Youth Leadership • Hope & Resilience
Through their vibrant performances and community activities, Tabasamu promotes women’s empowerment, confidence, leadership, cultural preservation, and positive social change. The group has performed on platforms including Kwetu Bagamoyo and Samaki Festival, and continues to grow as a new generation of female artists connecting tradition with contemporary expression.
Genre: Traditional & Contemporary African Performance
Based: Bagamoyo, Tanzania
Themes: Women’s Empowerment • Cultural Heritage • Youth Leadership • Hope & Resilience