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flag Africa’s colonial languages dominate formal institutions despite hundreds of indigenous languages spoken, creating exclusion and sparking calls for multilingual reforms.

flag Africa’s linguistic divide persists as colonial languages dominate government, courts, and education despite over 2,000 indigenous languages spoken across the continent. flag Most citizens communicate in native tongues, yet formal institutions often exclude them, weakening representation and civic engagement. flag In Namibia, MP Job Amupanda’s attempt to speak in Oshiwambo sparked debate and a brief suspension, underscoring tensions between authenticity and practicality. flag Experts acknowledge the cultural value of local languages but note translation challenges due to dialectal variation. flag While Tanzania uses Swahili in parliament and South Africa allows 11 official languages, implementation remains inconsistent. flag Former leaders stress the need for state-funded interpretation and inclusive policies, citing education reforms as a model. flag Local officials urge proactive support for multilingualism, including sign language, to ensure equitable access. flag The core challenge lies in balancing national cohesion with the decolonization of language policy in Africa’s diverse societies.

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