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Afro-Brazilian cultural initiatives in Salvador

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Cultural programming and heritage initiatives ~~are being~~ continue to be highlighted in Salvador, Brazil, through various community-focused events. In the MAM Bahia, the ‘Ofá no MAM’ project is ~~scheduled for mid-September, featuring workshops in~~ being hosted as a free program dedicated to African-matrix traditions. The initiative includes Afro dance workshops, atabaque lessons, and ~~atabaque, as well as~~ a seminar regarding the history of Grupo Ofá. The event ~~includes~~ is set to conclude with a musical ~~performances rooted in African-matrix traditions.~~ performance by Grupo Ofá, featuring guest artist Ilessi. Simultaneously, cultural activities are returning to the Pelourinho district. These include the ‘Culinária Musical’ event at Casa do Benin, which combines musical performances with traditional culinary offerings. Additionally, the Afoxé Filhas de Gandhy is launching the ‘Arte das Yabás’ project, a ten-month program providing free percussion and clarins training specifically for women to strengthen their presence in traditional music. Other local festivities in the city include the Festival da Primavera, which features Samba Reggae performances by Márcia Castro, alongside various samba circles and exhibitions.

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