Ijoya Rumble Dance Contest
Move. Create. Empower.
The Ijoya Rumble Dance Competition is ASHA’s exciting platform to celebrate talent, creativity, and the energy of youth. Conducted both online and in-person, this competition is designed to identify, showcase, and empower talented young dancers from underserved communities across Nigeria.
In collaboration with Real Made in Africa, the competition focuses on fostering youth digital inclusion, economic development, and empowerment by turning passion into opportunity.
Why Ijoya Rumble Matters
Many young people in underserved communities face limited opportunities to showcase their talent or access economic empowerment programs. Ijoya Rumble bridges that gap by:
Providing a platform for talented youth to shine
Encouraging digital skills and online engagement for remote participation
Fostering economic empowerment through prizes, mentorship, and exposure
Promoting creativity, teamwork, and leadership among young participants
Who Can Participate
The competition is open to:
Unemployed youth aged 16–30
Individuals and groups with a passion for dance
Talented performers from underserved communities across Nigeria
INTERVENTIONS
- Annual Vweta Chadwick Poetry Prize (VCPP)
- Ijoya Rumble Dance Contest (under the direction of Real Made in Africa)
- Digital Literacy Training (DLT)
- Annual STEM Pitch for Boys and Girls
- Project Red Dot’s MHM, SRHR & WASH Initiatives
- Women Financial Inclusion Training (We-FIT) for Women and Girls
Competition Format
Participants can join either:
Online – Upload dance videos via social media platforms, tagged with ASHA and Real Made in Africa
In-Person – Showcase talent at selected local event venues
Submissions will be judged on:
Creativity and originality
Technical skill and performance quality
Ability to engage and entertain the audience
Potential for digital content and social media engagement
Prizes & Opportunities
Winners of the Ijoya Rumble Dance Competition will receive:
Cash prizes to support further training and economic independence
Mentorship and skill development sessions
Exposure to industry professionals, investors, and potential employers
Opportunities to participate in cultural and artistic initiatives
