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Breaking, a dance style that rose out of hip hop culture in the US in the 1970s, is set to feature in the Paris Olympics in 2024.

In preparation for the prestigious event and to get the chance to break for a gold medal, African competitors faced off in the first ever World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) African Breaking Competition.

The competition held in Rabat, Morocco, included B-boys and B-girls, as the dancers are known, from across the continent.

B-girl Courtnaé Paul's from South Africa.

Breaking involves acrobatic movements, stylised footwork and great strength.

The DJ, who 'breaks' the music by looping or chaining tracks together, also plays a vital role.

Although breaking's roots are firmly linked to hip hop music, break music now includes funk, soul, disco, electro and jazz funk.

Competitions, like the one held in Rabat, are divided into battles between two B-boys or B-girls trying to outdo each other with their moves.

However, the breakers maintain a deep sense of respect and friendship amongst themselves.

B-boy JC Kanane from the Democratic Republic of the Congo loves the sense of community.

But we'll have to wait until 2024 to see who wins the first breaking gold medal.

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