Ekizino Explained

Ekizino, also knowns Kizino, is a traditional social dance originating from the Bakiga people in Kigezi region of southwestern Uganda.[1] [2] [3] [4] It is derived from the hilly terrains of the region, where farmers engage in vigorous jumping to warm up and stretch their muscles after a hard day's work.[5] [6]

History

The dance has historical roots and is deeply connected to Bakiga culture. It is performed on various occasions. It is considered a royal dance among the Bakiga people of Kigezi now Kabale, Kanungu, Kisoro, and Rukungiri Districts.[7] [8]

Performance

Ekizino involves both male and female participants donned in customary Bakiga clothing. This dance features vigorous movements, such as leaping and stomping, which symbolize the arduous labor of the Bakiga people in agricultural settings.[9] It is generally exhibited during festive occasions, such as harvest celebrations, as well as various other social gatherings.[10]

Cultural significance

Ekizino holds great cultural significance within the Bakiga community, serving as a powerful representation of hard-working nature. It also serves as a means to transmit culture to future generations.

References

  1. Web site: 2017-08-26 . Traditional Dances of Uganda - Popular Dances . 2024-01-08 . Guide to Uganda . en-US.
  2. Web site: Uganda Traditional Dances: An Integral Part of Uganda's culture . 2024-01-08 . www.ugandaimmigration.org . en.
  3. Web site: Traditional Dance of the Uganda people - text in English . 2024-01-08 . www.face-music.ch.
  4. Web site: 2022-06-04 . Namulindwa and her troupe dance all the way to the bank . 2024-01-08 . Monitor . en.
  5. Web site: Gayaza High makes fresh statement in performing arts . 2024-01-08 . New Vision . en.
  6. Web site: 2021-01-09 . Finding unity in music and dance . 2024-01-08 . Monitor . en.
  7. Web site: Love . Justine . 2020-06-18 . Of Bakiga Cultural Dance – 'Ekizino' . 2024-01-08 . Gamba with J . en.
  8. Web site: Kamoga . Jonathan . 2018-01-30 . How about a cultural dance treat? . 2024-01-08 . The Observer - Uganda . en-gb.
  9. Web site: 2023-01-03 . Why I don't like ballet dance teaching in Ugandan schools . 2024-01-08 . Monitor . en.
  10. Web site: 2020-07-06 . Fusing latino with local dance . 2024-01-08 . The East African . en.

Further reading

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