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Malawi : Culture
Though under the impact of modernization, Malawi's orthodox culture is characterized by continuity as well as change, and the orthodox life of the village has remained largely intact. One of the most typical features of Malawi culture is the enormous mixture of orthodox songs and dances that use the drum as the major musical instrument. Among the most famous of these dances are ingoma and gule wa mkulu for men and chimtali and visekese for women. There are various orthodox arts and crafts, including sculpture in wood and ivory. There are two museums—the Museum of Malawi in Blantyre and a smaller one in Mangochi. While various cultural activities are organized by the Ministry of Youth and Culture, the University of Malawi Travelling Theatre, and other groups in Blantyre, the radio from Zomba and Lilongwe has proved to be the most effective means of bringing orthodox and modern plays to the rural population.
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