Umoja is a traditional dance group from

Umoja is a traditional dance group from South Africa. The group is based in Durban, a coastal city in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. The name "Umoja" is a Swahili word that means "unity". The dance group was formed in 2001 by Themba Mkhize and Todd Twala, with the aim of promoting African culture and unity through traditional dance and music. Umoja's performances feature a variety of traditional dances from different regions of South Africa, including Zulu, Xhosa, and Sotho. The group also incorporates other African dance styles, such as gumboot dancing and pantsula. Their performances are accompanied by live music, including traditional African instruments like the marimba and djembe. Umoja has toured extensively throughout South Africa and internationally, performing in countries such as the United Kingdom, the United States, and Australia. Their performances have been praised for their energetic and colorful displays of African culture and have helped to promote South African music and dance around the world.