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Last updated: 29 june, 2010 - 09:11 GMT

Zambian Dance

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Dance is an essential element of any ceremony in Zambia - weddings, funerals, initiations.

But, because of the very distinctive waist and buttock movements involved in traditional dance, there are some who think the practice is too overtly sexual, and are trying to stamp it out.

The Strand's Jo Fidgen has been finding out about the significance and symbolism of traditional dance.

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