Diamond Dancers: Nurturing talent and celebrating Seychellois culture through dance |12 March 2026

Janie Tambou, founder of Diamond Dancers

Diamond Dancers: Nurturing talent and celebrating Seychellois culture through dance

By Kassey Govinden

The Diamond Dancers persist in illuminating and transforming viewpoints through their choreographies and remarkable talent.

In a discussion with the founder of the dance group, Janie Tambou, she recounts the evolution of the Diamond Dancers' career.

The Diamond Dancers youth group was founded out of a deep passion for dance and a strong desire to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Seychelles. Inspired by traditional dance styles such as afro, sega and moutya, Ms Tambou envisioned a space where young dancers could not only develop their technical abilities but also strengthen their connection to their cultural roots.

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