Hairstyles with self-identity
United Minds addresses in a talk-workshop the history, versatility, trends and care of Afro hair Details
The new Africa of Youssou N’Dour and the King of dancehall Beenie Man
The magnificent concert by Youssou N’Dour just finished when the echo of his bands’ percussion instruments still lingered in the air at the Main Stage as people were making their way slowly towards other parts of the festival. Following on from Seun Kuti we witnessed another moving celebration of the Africa that we love. The… Details
More sounds that make the Lion Stage one of the most sought after stages in Europe. Day 5
On this fifth day of Rototom you don’t know what is prevailing more; the musical genres, the musician’s nationalities, the colours, the sounds or the atmosphere. We began with Khaly Thioune, a friend of Rototom, who, as every day, brought the celebrations of Africa to the Lion Stage with her brothers, employing rhythms, dances and… Details
Join the cause: your glass can help to finance an adapted van
Every glass donated during te festival will be used to finance a nine-seats vehicle for the Asociación de Esclerosis Múltiple de Castellón DetailsMovements and social networks that are changing Africa
Social Forum, 18:45 Details
Roots Rock Reggae at Rototom – Celebrating Africa
The Wailers reunite on the Main Stage with Mellow Mood, Hempress Sativa and Black Roots, while Lutan Fyah and Bombino blaze on the Lion Stage today Details
Beenie Man and Nadine Sutherland tell the Reggae University their dancehall stories
The two child stars turned dancehall hitmakers reminisced with author and journalist John Masouri about their exciting and varied careers Details
Rototom rediscovers the idol Thomas Sankara through memories.
The Social Forum dedicates a day to the extensive recap of the life and trajectory of the African leader Thomas Sankara. Details