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Mbila - Mozambique's musical symbol

A peace deal in 1992 ended 16 years of civil war in Mozambique and the country has made much progress in economic development and political stability since then.

In the capital, Maputo, Rajan Datar meets musician Matchume Zango, who plays a traditional instrument known as a Mbila (Timbila).

Mr Zango shows Rajan how to play the instrument and explains why it has become a symbol of renewal.

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