BUJUMBURA / KIGALI — Burundian dancer and choreographer Angelo Rio Dancer has reached an important milestone in his artistic journey after appearing at Israel Mbonyi’s HOBE Album Launch, one of the most anticipated gospel events in East Africa.

During the performance of Israel Mbonyi’s worship song “Sitamuacha,” Angelo was seen dancing in front of the stage, directly engaging the crowd with his signature Afro–gospel style. His expressive movements, delivered with passion and reverence, captured the attention of both the audience and the event’s media team.

Following the event, Angelo received an unexpected opportunity:He appears in the official music video “Sitamuacha (Live)” released by Israel Mbonyi.

This inclusion marks a significant moment for the young Burundian creative, as Israel Mbonyi is one of the region’s most influential gospel artists with millions of followers across Africa and the diaspora.

Angelo, known for blending dance, faith, and East African cultural identity, described the experience as a blessing.
“Being part of the Sitamuacha (Live) video is something I will always remember,” he said. “It showed me that when you use your talent for God, He opens doors you never expected.”

The appearance adds to Angelo’s growing portfolio of achievements, including multiple collaborations, dance competitions, and regional creative projects. With a strong following across platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, he continues to inspire young dancers through his faith-centered approach.

As Angelo develops new projects — including dance classes, creative collaborations, and community initiatives — his recent feature in Sitamuacha (Live) positions him as one of Burundi’s promising rising talents in the gospel and dance space.

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