The Music of Mozambique

Traditional music in Mozambique

Y O U S H O U L D K N O W T H E T U F O D A N C E : Tufo is a traditional dance in N. MOZAMBIQUE. The dance is performed by groups of women & is found in MAPUTO, the provinces of CABO DELGADO NAMPULA. The dance is performed to celebrate Islamic festivals & holidays. History has it that on the Island of MOZAMBIQUE, the dance began when prophet Muhammad made his way to Medina. He was welcomed by his followers with songs & dances praising Allah, accompanied by tambourines. Since the prophet approve