Dance queen Chomee wins big in Seychelles

Chomee has her head held high after winning an award at the 2018 Festival Creole in Seychelles.

Togetehr with local traditional group Pale ya Rona, they came second at the 33rd Festival Creole. The event saw 16 different countries showcase their traditional dance performnaces, heritage, fashion and culture through a carnival.

The winners were all chosen based on creativity and innovation.

“Part of the carnival was to decorate a truck with South African colors. We had our own puppets just to make everything interesting. We were expected to showcase our culture and heritage through dance, and the response from the crowd was amazing,” Chomee excitedly said.

“We never expected to win. But we told ourselves that we are just going to have fun. And when we left, we felt that we have done our job. Winning in such an event is a big achievement for South Africa.

“It was a wonderful experience and unique experience for me as a musician. We have learned a lot as a group and, if we get another opportunity to represent the country, we will do well.”