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Step Afrika The dance style called "Step" has long been a tradition in black fraternities and sororities. NPR's Michele Norris introduces us to a dance troupe in Washington, D.C., that's taking it to new places. The troupe is called Step Afrika, and it's using dance to bring together African Americans, Africans, and others.

Step Afrika

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The dance style called "Step" has long been a tradition in black fraternities and sororities. NPR's Michele Norris introduces us to a dance troupe in Washington, D.C., that's taking it to new places. The troupe is called Step Afrika, and it's using dance to bring together African Americans, Africans, and others.