Stepping didn’t appear out of nowhere — its roots trace back to African rhythm, percussive dance, and communal storytelling traditions carried through the African diaspora.
In this episode, we sit down with C. Brian Williams, founder of Step Afrika!, to explore how he helped connect African cultural traditions with African American fraternity and sorority stepping to create a performance company now seen around the world.
After spending time in Southern Africa, Williams began researching how African movement, rhythm, and storytelling traditions connect to stepping culture in the United States. That research became Step Afrika!, now one of the world’s premier dance companies and Washington DC’s official Cultural Ambassador.
Today, Step Afrika! tours globally, performs across Africa and beyond, and teaches young people how dance preserves history, identity, and community.
This episode explores culture, entrepreneurship, African heritage, and how reconnecting with our roots can build something powerful for future generations.
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RIDDIM | Afrobeat Library | Music For Content Creators
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