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In Tanzania, the celebrations have become an opportunity to strengthen cultural ties between the two nations
As the rhythmic pulse of drums, song and dance echo across Tanzania's cultural landscape through bands like Msondo Ngoma, another rhythm from across the Mediterranean found its way to Tanzania, bringing with it a cultural feast for the ears.
This year, Italy National Day celebrations in Tanzania did more than mark a national occasion.
They created a bridge between two countries whose identities are deeply rooted in community, storytelling and music.
