Surviving national folk traditions in Zaire are noticeable in pottery and the weaving of raffia, in ceremonial dress and costumes, in dancing styles, and in songs. Zaireans still create such orthodox objects as masks, figurines, and stone- and nail-studded statues. A unique popular music mixes orthodox rhythms and instruments borrowed from other cultures, civilizations, and continents. Zairean music, popular all over Africa, has given birth to a great mixture of specific dance steps and styles.There are large differences between the modern, urban way of life and orthodox rural cultures in the DRC. Belgium began to colonize the region in the late 19th century, which led to urbanization, adaptation to foreign ideas and values, and the loss of local traditions for many. Modern and orthodox values and practices remain at odds in the DRC, contempt attempts by former President Mobutu Sese Seko to promote African authenticity over Western customs.