AFRIKAN WARRIORS
The full Afrikan Warriors company on stage with the audience in the dark

Afrikan Warriors

The Spirit of Africa.

The Energy of Live Performance.

African Acrobatics • Theatre • Dance • Music • Culture

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30+ Years • 5,000+ Performances • International Touring • Tanzania → The World

Britain's Got Talent — Semi-Finalists

Australia's Got Talent — Semi-Finalists

Circus Vegas — UK & Ireland Tour

American Circus — UK & Ireland Tour

Planet Circus — Irish Tour

Durham — Street Theatre Champions

Le Cirque Roger Lanzac — World Tour

30+ Years

5,000+ Performances

Three Decades of African Entertainment

Born in Tanzania. Built for the world.

Afrikan Warriors is an international performing arts company bringing together extraordinary African acrobatics, theatre, dance, comedy, music and cultural storytelling.

From the streets and cultural stages of Dar es Salaam to television, theatres, circuses and festivals around the world — our journey has spanned more than three decades.

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Afrikan Warriors acrobat in mid-air with live musicians on stage
Acrobat diving through stacked wooden hoops on a gold-lit stage

Hakuna Matata — No Worries

We Bring Africa To You

Acrobatics

Experience Our Shows

A catalogue of productions — theatre, adventure and high-energy African acrobatics.

Tokomile theatrical ensemble on stage in the Kingdom of Zaramu

Our Flagship Theatre Production

TOKOMILE

Welcome to the Kingdom of Zaramu.

80 Minutes • Theatre • Live Music • Acrobatics • Dance • Drama

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Lead performers in the Rizombe King production

RIZOMBE KING

Power. Rhythm. African Storytelling.

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High-energy Afrikan Warriors acrobatics — African Pirate adventure

AFRICAN PIRATE

An African Adventure for the Whole Family.

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FREEDOM production with live percussion and dance

FREEDOM

Movement. Music. Culture. Expression.

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High-energy African acrobatics on stage

AFRIKAN WARRIORS LIVE

The Original High-Energy African Acrobatics Experience.

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Tokomile

Meet the Kingdom

This is an actual story — Chief Zuwadiswa, Prince Zagayo, Zomola, and the Kingdom of Zaramu.

The Kingdom of Zaramu on stage

Chief Zuwadiswa

The ageing ruler

Tokomile company dancing on a grand stage

Prince Zagayo

The chosen successor

Two warriors in a dramatic stare-down

Zomola

The older brother who refuses to accept his father's decision

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Every Performance Is Different

From intimate events to full theatrical productions, we create the right Afrikan Warriors experience for your venue, audience and production requirements.

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From the Archives

Britain's Got Talent 2009

Historical television — not our 2026 showreel. The interview that introduced Afrikan Warriors to millions.

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Our Acts

Towering human pyramid formed by athletic performers

Human Pyramids

African acrobat performing fire limbo on stage

Fire Limbo

Acrobat diving through stacked wooden hoops

Hoop Diving

Juggler rapidly manipulating multiple woven hats

Hat Juggling

Tumbler mid-flip above a dark stage

Tumbling

Acrobat holding a flag pose on a metallic pole

Chinese Pole

Performer balancing atop a towering stack of chairs

Chair Balance

Live percussion and acrobatics on stage

Live Percussion

Traditional African dance ensemble on stage

Traditional Dance

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Meet the Warriors

Founders and lead artists behind three decades of African theatre and acrobatics.

Rahim Saphy

Founder • CEO • Director

Alex Cuna

Assistant Director • Artist

Lawrence Ntauka

Assistant Director • Artist

Ally Kimbunga "Chika"

Artist • Actor • Comedian

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What They Say

“A brilliant addition to our festival. The crowd absolutely loved them.”

Will Chamberlain

Director, Festival of Fools

Our Journey

From Dar es Salaam to international stages — a story told through touring, television and theatre.

  1. Origins

    Dar es Salaam

    Street theatre and cultural performance in Tanzania, where founder Rahim Saphy began as a young acrobat.

  2. UK Base

    United Kingdom

    A UK home, circus residencies, and a growing reputation on British stages.

  3. 2009

    Britain's Got Talent

    National television introduces Afrikan Warriors to millions — followed by Australia's Got Talent.

  4. 2011

    Australia

    A presence established down under, widening the company's international reach.

  5. Global

    International Touring

    Circuses and festivals across Europe, plus performances in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar and Bahrain.

  6. Now

    Afrikan Warriors Today

    A touring production company with a catalogue of bookable shows. 30+ years on — Durham Street Theatre Champions (2015).

For Promoters & Venues

Booking Afrikan Warriors

Professional buyers — festivals, theatres, circuses and more — book with the materials and clarity you need.

  • Festivals
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  • Circuses
  • Theme Parks
  • Corporate Events
  • Television
  • Private Events
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The full Afrikan Warriors company on stage, with the audience in the dark

From Tanzania.
To the World.

30+ Years. 5,000+ Performances. One Afrikan Warriors.

Karibu Sana.

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A short booking journey so we can reply with the right production, cast size and technical fit for your venue.

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  • 2. Event type, date & location
  • 3. Audience & indoor / outdoor
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