Soshanguve youth keep busy through traditional dance

Three parents from Soshanguve Block PP formed a traditional dance group to keep the youth of 8 to 14 years old off the streets.

According to group leader and trainer, France Mavhungu, the group was formed in June 2016 to keep the children busy after school.

The group practise daily and have plans of performing for a bigger crowd. Mavhungu mentioned that the group was experiencing financial problems. He said they needed money for food and transport.

“If we can get any kind of donations we can appreciate it,” noted Mavhungu, “any donation is acceptable.”

He said the reason he brought those kids together is because he has a passion for sotho traditional dance the same way the children have.

The groups’ proudest moment was when they performed at the Phinda mazala annual tournament, held at the giant stadium.

The event had chiefs and pirates legends in attendance. Sara Mabathe, training assistant said one of the benefits was that the youth avoided gambling.