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Monday, 13 February 2006, 11:16 GMT

In pictures: Swahili music festival

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The streets of Zanzibar are rocking to the sounds of the Sauti za Busara (Sounds of Wisdom) Swahili Music Festival - kicked off by the Beni ya Polisi band.

Man dancing in street

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Their music worked its magic and infectious dancing broke out on the streets of Stone Town.

Audience

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The four-day festival is regarded as East Africa's finest annual musical extravaganza and attracts thousands of Zanzibaris every year.

Women performing on stage

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The turnout was especially large for Sinachuki Kidumbak who are popular for their traditional Zanzibari dance music.

Man playing violin

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While the women danced this violinist sat, playing and singing.

Woman singing

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Tanzania's successful Afro-pop queen, Jaydee, was the biggest act on opening night on Thursday.

Boy smiling

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Boys and girls from Jang'ombe Nursery School were a highlight too, performing traditional Zanzibari archipelago dances.

Man selling sunglasses

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Zanzibar's street traders hope the festival's success will be reflected in their profit margins.

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