Quincy Icon is a Kenyan choreographer who featured prominently in the closing ceremony of CHAN on August 30, 2025, being one of the creative brains behind the shows of Savara, Eddy Kenzo and Zuchu.

Speaking afterr the veent, Quincy said the experience proved that the region would be able to compete internationally.

“East Africa is willing to host the world-class entertainment during sporting tournaments,” she said.

Quincy had earlier been involved with CHAN, having been the choreographer of performances at the official draw of the tournament in January.

The performance she received during that event saw her get an invitation into the creative team during the closing ceremony.

Working with Big Artists

In reflecting on her working with the artists, she said,

“Savara and Eddy Kenzo were terrific! They were willing to hear out my ideas. They had an artistic license on me.”

She also mentioned a feeling of solidarity that the performances provided in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania

“The love was real. It was a sort of brother-sister relationship with Ugandan, Tanzanian and Kenyan artists.”

CHAN Quincy stated that the CHAN finale was among the major incidents in her career, indicating that the East African talent has only to be provided with more opportunities and sources in order to become what it should become.

“CHAN was a big thing I have ever done… We already have what it takes. We just need bigger stages. NFL halftime show, anyone?”

Quincy also shared love to her family and those who have supported throughout her career.

Advise to Creatives

In her message to other creatives, she reminded them to be persistent and be ready to take opportunities

She also advised other choreographers to continue promoting their brand and positioning themselves well to grab such opportunities.

“To my fellow choreographers, just keep being you. Keep pushing. Keep situating yourself in places that will attract more of these opportunities to yourself. As much as it doesn’t make sense to anyone else, as long as it makes sense to you, never give up!” she said.

Quincy Icon, The Force dance crew and Savara Mudigi at the CHAN closing ceremony on August 30, 2025. PHOTO/Quincy Icon.