Mar 12, 2025 · The Ramogi dance, originating from Kenya's Luo community, is a cultural performance deeply rooted in history. The dance, accompanied by Dholuo chants, invokes the spirit of Ramogi, a revered figure regarded as the great-great-grandfather of the Luo people.

Jul 9, 2014 · Ramogi was the patriarch of the Luo people, and for hundreds of years, groups of mature men have performed a traditional dance to beseech his spirit to possess them. Today, the dancers are popular at weddings, diplomatic functions, and celebrations for Kenyan Independence Day. Here’s an explanation of some of their elaborate costumes.

Bomas Harambee Dancers present Ramogi, an energetic traditional dance originating from the Luo ethnic community, Nyanza region of Kenya. This is a male only dance celebrating masculinity and...

Kenya's Ramogi Dance at the Royal Commonwealth Day Celebrations 10thMar25 by MasihiArts. Westminster - YouTube. Masihi Arts, a UK-based organisation, in collaboration with Kenya Tourism...

Oct 24, 2023 · RAMOGI DANCE Performed by KOCHIA DancersDANCING RAMOGI, LUO TRADITIONAL DANCE, BY ONE OF THE OLDEST TRADITIONAL DANCING GROUPS IN EAST AFRICA.

The Ramogi Dancers from Homa Bay County are a traditional men’s troupe composed of two teams, the Kagan and Kochia dancers that perform authentic Luo dances of western Kenya. Traditionally the dances would be performed during burial ceremonies, called tero buru.

Jul 23, 2014 · The Ramogi Dancers, from Homa Bay County, are part of the Luo community in Western Kenya. Throughout the 2014 Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the Ramogi dancers performed and taught their dances to the public as well …

Get to know Ramogi Dancers from the Luo Tribe of Western Kenya. Learn about their heritage and spiritual background of the dance. #KenyanCulture

Jul 23, 2014 · The Ramogi Dancers, from Homa Bay County, are part of the Luo community in Western Kenya. Throughout the 2014 Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the Ramogi dancers performed and taught their dances to the public as well …

Oct 22, 2015 · The members of the group that has been active since its inception in 1958 have not only dedicated themselves to entertaining guests but have also been pivotal in helping preserve the Luo culture with the iconic Ramogi dance.