“As Long as They’re Happy”: Toddlers Go Wild to Magumba Song at Daycare, SA Entertained

“As Long as They’re Happy”: Toddlers Go Wild to Magumba Song at Daycare, SA Entertained

  • A video showing a group of toddlers at a daycare dancing with infectious energy to a popular South African song captured the hearts of many
  • The heartwarming clip showing the little ones' joy when the song came on was shared on Facebook, where it became a viral sensation
  • Social media users flooded the comments, sharing their joy and amusement, with many joking about the toddlers' impressive dance moves
The little ones' video showed jumping up to dance as soon as the song started playing
A group of daycare toddlers were declared the winners of the "Magumba" dance challenge by social media users. Image: SA Vibes
Source: Facebook

A daycare dance video went viral on social media, captivating the hearts of thousands with its contagious energy.

The clip shared on many platforms, including Facebook by SA Vibes, became a sensation, with many commenting on the children's pure joy.

A delightful short video shows a group of toddlers at a daycare, initially sitting down and playing. The scene takes a magical turn when Khadeair's classic hit, "Magumba," begins to play. As soon as the music starts, every single child immediately gets up and begins to dance with incredible enthusiasm.

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Toddlers dance to the "Magumba" hit

The room transforms into a lively dance floor, filled with tiny feet and big smiles. Not a single child remains still, with even those who were initially sitting on the floor starting to move their hands and bodies to the beat. A little girl in a purple tracksuit particularly stands out, making serious dance moves with a beautiful and very big smile on her face. Her joyful expression is infectious, capturing the pure happiness the song evokes in the children.

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Others joked that the parents were paying for dance lessons, and not education
Social media users also noted how they start dancing when the song comes on. Image: FG Trade
Source: Getty Images

South Africa reacts to the kids' love for Magumba

The clip warmed the hearts of social media users, who flooded the comment section expressing their delight. Many shared how much they enjoyed watching the toddlers, with some admitting the video made their day.

Some people jokingly suggested that parents were paying for dance lessons, not daycare, given the children's impressive moves. Others agreed with the toddlers' reaction, saying that "Magumba" was the kind of song that makes it difficult for anyone, even adults, to stand still.

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User @Najwa Brandt commented:

"As long as they are happy, healthy, safe and loved by the carers who look after them. We as parents will not feel so anxious when we have to leave them at daycare. All we ask is, love them, keep them safe and healthy. Please!"

User @Tshepo Lekhooa added:

"The Award for the Happiest Kids in the World goes to South Africa."

User @Nomcebo Maphalala commented:

"I have a grandson who is 1year 4 months, and when this song plays, he dances with excitement. This song has brought fire."

User @David Does

 "I love the vibe. Kids need this after a long day learning, eating and sleeping, enjoy mtwanas."

User @Dipalesa Tsa Basia added:

"Joyfull noise."

User @Amaru Teekay Shakur said:

"I feel sorry for our kids; this Magumba song is too good. Even if u don't know how to dance, you'll stand up, it doesn't choose race, age or whatsoever. You'll dance."

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Bongiwe Mati (Human Interest Editor) Bongiwe Mati is a Human Interest reporter who joined Briefly News in August 2024. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree from the University of the Western Cape. Her journalism journey began in 2005 at the university newspaper. She later transitioned to marketing and sales at Leadership Magazine under Cape Media (2007-2009). In 2023, she joined BONA magazine as an Editorial Assistant, contributing to digital and print platforms across current news, entertainment, and human interest categories. Bongiwe can be reached at bongiwe.mati@briefly.co.za