Hip Hop Dancer Bridges China & Uganda with Fusion Moves

Meet Li Ziyan, the Chinese hip-hop sensation in Uganda who’s breaking barriers one dance step at a time ! Blending sleek Chinese traditional movements with the vibrant energy of African rhythms, her performances are going viral—and uniting audiences across continents.

Li, who moved to Uganda three years ago, says her style is a 'collaboration of cultures.' From street markets in Kampala to online challenges, her fusion routines—think lion dance meets Afrobeat—are sparking conversations about creativity and connection. 'Dance doesn’t need a language,' she told local media. 'It’s about respect and shared joy.'

Young Ugandan dancers are now joining her workshops, while social media buzzes with clips tagged #SinoAfroHipHop. Experts say Li’s work highlights how youth-driven art can turn into unexpected diplomacy. As one fan commented: 'Who knew TikTok could bring nations closer?'

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Hip hop dancer brings China and Uganda closer through fancy footwork

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