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Manga African Dance was founded in 1990 by Ramatu Afegbua-Sabbatt.  The ensemble provides schools with authentic programs and also trains aspiring performers interested in West African dance.  Manga performed at the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Centennial Olympic Games in 1996.  The company's high-energy repertoire includes dances and rhythms from Ghana, Senegal, Guinea, Gambia, Liberia, South Africa and Nigeria.

A recipient of several awards, Manga received the John Lewis office's Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition in 2005 and 2006 as well as special recognition from the National Council of Arts and Culture in Oshogbo for "Great Authentic work in the USA."