Latin dance in South Africa

2 cities, 10 weekly socials, 3 upcoming festivals.

• Buzzing
  Cape Town

  South Africa · 8 events

  Two SBK schools dominate: SACATO (since early 2000s) and Sensagria. Free Sunday Mojo Market party in Sea Point is the city's flagship weekly.

• Johannesburg
  Johannesburg

  South Africa · 5 events

  South Africa's largest city. Hosts the Akoma International Afro-Latin Dance Festival each November at Midrand Conference Centre — a week-long celebration of African and Latin dance, music, and culture across salsa, bachata, kizomba, semba, and Afro-house.

• Jan 28 · ZAR 1,380

  Cape Town Afro-Latin Dance Festival 2026

  Homecoming Centre (District Six Museum)·District Six

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• Nov 23 ·

  Akoma International Afro-Latin Dance Festival 2026

  Midrand Conference Centre·Midrand

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• Dec 11 · ZAR 799

  Cape Town Summer Salsa Festival 2026 (5th edition)

  Lagoon Beach Hotel·Milnerton

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