Sawa 2023 Convention Highlights – Washington, DC

The first North American Sawa Convention was held in Washington D.C. from September 1st to 3rd, 2023. This event brought together between 400 and 500 participants from the United States, Canada, Europe, and Cameroon. The convention featured four key highlights:

The cultural night, showcasing Sawa history, traditions, and dances.
The symposium on the future of the Sawa people, which helped define a shared vision and strategic directions for the community.
The gala night, celebrating Sawa unity and creativity through art and music.
The closing barbecue, a friendly gathering filled with cultural and culinary activities.

This convention laid the foundation for a strong and inclusive community, promoting Sawa culture through education, financial empowerment, and networking.

Visit to the Cameroon Embassy

The Sawa Team visit the Cameroon Ambassador to present the Sawa Convention of Washington in 2023

Nguissa, Nguea Dayas and Professor Nkuma N'Doumbe at the Sawa Convention in 2023

The main speaker of the Sawa Convention and the great artists who contributed to the success of a great convention

Explore the memorable moments of the Sawa 2023 Convention held in Washington, DC, with photos, videos, and key highlights

Nguissa

One of the best Cameroonian artist today who brought a great success to the 2023 Sawa Convention

Stephane Dayas Nguea

Stephane Dayas Nguea born in a musical family. His grandfather was guitarist when Cameroon was a German protectorate. He indulged into music with his brother Georges, influenced by African music popular during the 1960s like Makossa, Highlife, Afrobeat, Congolese music. He also developed interest in Soul music, Rhythm & Blues and Jazz, which their father brought from neighboring Nigeria.