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Oct 2021
12m 10s

Is Congolese rumba being put on the map?

Bbc World Service
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People have been dancing the night away to the congolese rumba for more than 70 years.

Now the Democratic Republic of Congo and The Republic of Congo have launched a joint campaign to get the genre recognised internationally.

They want UNESCO to include it on a list of intangible cultural heritage.

For many people, Congolese rumba remains at the core of African music. So, how did it become so beloved?

Host: Karnie Sharp (@KarnieSharp) Guest: Gabrielle Mitch (@MitchNina)

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