About Kwabo Festival
KWABO means "welcome" in Fon, a dialect from Benin. Beyond its literal meaning, KWABO encompasses the welcoming spirit of guests by members of the villages in both Togo and Benin. The local community would gather to celebrate the guests’ arrival by dancing, singing and playing music.
Produced by Gracieuse Amah, Founder and Creative Director of Kwabo Events, KWABO Festival returns with a third edition from the 12th of August to the 23rd of September 2023. This year the program includes a 6-week artist-led incubator program in 3 different art forms, a cultural talk, a showcase featuring local artists, workshop participants, DJs, video projections, a community meal and more...
As the previous editions, Kwabo festival is culminating with public performances and events during the week of international peace day. You would have understood Kwabo Festival is all about community and peace building using arts as a medium to foster cultural dialogue and understanding while providing outlets for creative self-expression.
Your cultural heritage is your strength, your richness, and a crucial piece in shaping the collective. You all have a role to play in writing our collective story of belonging. Celebrate the power of coming together as one.
Reflect, explore and express your cultural identity. No prior experience is required. All you need to be is a willing, curious human who wants to be involved in something creative and fun!
Step into this collective expression & choose your work of art:
Afrodance & Storytelling
led by Gracieuse Amah - Founder of Kwabo Events
Spoken Word
led by Vanessa Crampel - Founder of Artness & Co