In the town of Djibo in northern Burkina Faso, a group of young women dance in traditional fashion.


In the town of Djibo in northern Burkina Faso, young "doohoobe" (people who sing "doohaali") dance in traditional fashion. The men and women each form a line facing each other, rhythmically shuffling towards and then away from each other. The women clap their hands and sing as the men "dooho," or sing a distinct, deep rhythmic chant. "Doohaali" is a distinct form of music practiced only by the Fulani in Djelgooji, a particular area of Burkina Faso.


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Location: Djibo, Burkina Faso, West Africa
Photo credit: © Irene Abdou / Alamy / Afripics
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