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Language, Education and Identity in Africa

This doctoral thesis explores the intersection of language policy, education systems, and cultural identity across African nations. It examines the role of mother-tongue education, language barriers in learning, and the socio-cultural dynamics shaping educational outcomes on the continent.

foundational learning African education language policy
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PDF 2016
Language, Education, and Citizenship in Africa

This working paper examines how different language-in-education policies across African states—specifically mother-tongue medium versus immersion settings—affect language proficiency, national identity, and civic participation.

foundational learning literacy African education
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PDF 2010
Why and How Africa Should Invest in African Languages and Multilingual Education

An evidence-based policy advocacy brief highlighting the critical role of mother-tongue instruction and multilingual education in improving learning outcomes and educational quality across Africa.

early childhood education mother tongue instruction foundational learning
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