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The dances of the Diola people of Senegal are expressions full of energy and community symbolism. They are performed at celebrations, agricultural rituals, and traditional festivals. The movements are vigorous, with leaps and turns that represent the connection to the land and the ancestors.Diola women and men wear colorful African fabrics, with full skirts, ornate blouses, and headscarves or turbans. The men typically wear loose shirts and trousers made of traditional fabric. Vibrant prints and