Ladysmith Black Mambazo
“Ladysmith: refers to the hometown of the group. “Black” refers to the black oxen, the strongest animal on the farm. And “Mambazo” is a Zulu word for axe, signifying the groups ability to “chop down” the competition at fierce, but social, singing contests held throughout South Africa.
The National Troupe of Nigeria
The National Troupe of Nigeria is the sole cultural representative of Nigeria. Established in 1989 to ensure the preservation of the enduring culture of the nation, their dances represent aspects of Nigeria’s 97000 identifiable communities, and cover over 270 languages.
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