Dambe is a martial art of the Hausa people from Nigeria. [1] Competitors in a typical match aim to subdue each other into total submission mostly within three rounds.

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Welcome to the African sport of Dambe, a traditional martial art style that originated in Nigeria. It’s a unique combat sport that primarily involves boxing with one hand wrapped in a cloth (known as the …

Nov 4, 2025 · Dambe, Nigeria’s traditional martial art, is making a comeback with a modern twist. Explore how this ancient sport blends culture, combat,...

Jun 7, 2025 · Dambe—a ritualized form of all-body combat that predates modern martial arts and emerged as both preparation for war and a sacred expression of cultural identity.

May 2, 2025 · Dambe, the traditional martial art of the Hausa people of northern Nigeria, is experiencing a remarkable resurgence. Once a localized practice among butchers and fishermen, it has evolved …

Jan 22, 2025 · A traditional West African martial art that traces back several centuries, Dambe can be found primarily in the Hausa culture of Nigeria, although it has spread to other countries in the region …

Dec 21, 2023 · A young fighter attempts to forge a career in dambe, a Nigerian Hausa combat sport developed from spear and shield warfare.

Jun 28, 2025 · With the advent of YouTube and Instagram, Dambe now attracts fans across the world, with one promoter telling BBC in 2017 that 60 percent of his viewers were outside Nigeria.

Jun 9, 2025 · This is Dambe—a full-body martial art born from both preparation for battle and a profound cultural tradition. Today, the sport is experiencing a renaissance led by AWFC, founded in Lagos in …