Stancy Longwe is an energetic individual who has become a familiar face at entertainment events in the green city of Mzuzu.
He has defied the odds to go it solo in Kajive Dance Competition finale slated for April 1 in Blantyre.
Unlike others, who may be in it just for the money, Longwe regards his two years of experience in the business as both a money making tool as well as a chance to create business connections that may open windows of opportunity for him.
The 21-year-old robot and break dancer dreams of becoming a notable professional dancer in the not so-distant future, whether in the country or beyond.
“I have always dreamt of dancing in Janet Jackson’s videos. And I am sure the Kajive Competition is a good launch pad for me. I am optimistic that I am on my way to living my dream,” Longwe says.
He says dancing came naturally, like breathing, to him, his interest getting aroused after watching talented international performers such as Chris Brown and Usher Raymond.
With time, Longwe says he realised that he can utilise the talent to earn a living. He says there is no feeling more satisfactory than earning bread and butter through something one enjoys doing.
“To most of us, dancing is a hobby. That said, there is a lot that can be accomplished if dancing is taken seriously. In other countries, people survive on dancing. It can be a full-time job,” Longwe observes.
Longwe, who is based in Chiputula Township, Mzuzu, says he made a decision long time ago not to play buddies with fear.
“Be an enemy of fear; have self-confidence. That’s the key to unlocking potential and life’s opportunities,” advises Longwe, who is also interested in poetry.
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