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Watch: The fearless female rider keeping a Moroccan tradition alive

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Watch: The fearless female rider keeping a Moroccan tradition alive
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By Gregory Ward & Hajar Elkahlaoui
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Assiya Imji thrives on the sound of gunshots and galloping hooves as she captivates the cheering crowds at Tbourida festivals.

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A Tbourida performance is a traditional Moroccan equestrian art dating back to the 16th century.

A member of the SOREC Academy of Equestrian Arts, Assiya is the only female in the troupe. Through her platform, she encourages women to join her in preserving the art form.

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