Kenyan dance choreographer and entrepreneur Quincy Icon, born Quinta Njoroge, visited Rwanda as part of the just concluded inaugural Move Afrika Dance Camp. In an exclusive interview with The New Times, she shared insights into her dance journey, her connection to Rwanda, and her mission with Dancehall Connect Africa. ALSO READ: Manzi Mbaya on his Move Afrika Dance Camp Hailing from Nairobi, Kenya, Quincy Icon is not just a dancehall dancer but also the CEO of Dancehall Connect Africa. Reflecting on her six-year dance journey, she revealed that dance became her solace during a challenging period, serving as a stress reliever after the loss of her grandmother. Professionally immersed in dance for four years, she emphasized that dance played a pivotal role in her achievements and brand establishment. Dancehall Connect Africa, Quincy Icon's initiative, serves as a community for dancers, fostering unity across various dance cultures. Primarily rooted in dancehall, the organization aims to connect diverse African and global dance scenes. ALSO WATCH: Inside Manzi Mbaya's Move Afrika Dance Camp “We’ve held workshops and festivals, collaborating with international dancers from Jamaica, France, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, and more,” she said. Quincy Icon's collaboration with Rwandan dancer Manzi Mbaya during her East African tour led her to the Move Afrika Dance Camp. Reflecting on the experience, she expressed gratitude for the warm reception, “ I feel at home, and being featured by the camp was amazing.” She commended the inspiring unity among Rwandan dancers and their dedication to putting the dance scene on the map. “As a dancer seeking to see dance commercialized globally, I see rapid growth of the dance industry in Africa. Initiatives like Move Afrika Dance Camp are shaping the dance community's future. I’m leaving Rwanda with a positive attitude and a desire to contribute more to my dance community in Kenya and continue collaborations with Rwandan dancers,” she said. “The primary objective of my tour was essentially to unite the East African dance community, and I genuinely believe that I have successfully accomplished that goal,” Quincy Icon added. During an interview at the dance camp, Manzi Mbaya expressed gratitude to Quincy Icon for her: “invaluable time and the impactful lessons she shared with dancers and other creatives.”
