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Soukous

Democratic Republic of Congo
Central Africa
Soukous
Country Democratic Republic of Congo
Region Central Africa

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Often referred to as the African rumba, this dance style is characterized by its hip movements and fluid steps, popular in much of central and east Africa.

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AFR·DNC·0060

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