Grande Mosquee Faycal (Grand Mosque of Conakry) in Conakry, Guinea

I learned this dance in Guinea-Conakry, West Africa. Dununba has been danced for centuries — a social tradition once led by men in the village, celebrating strength, courage, and connection. Today, in places like Conakry and cities around the world, you’ll still find people gathering for what’s called a Dununba— a living celebration where both men and women dance to the rhythms of the Dununba family. For me, it’s a reminder that tradition doesn’t fade — it evolves, crossing oceans and cultures w