Celebrate World Kiswahili Language Day on July 7
July 7 marks the fifth annual World Kiswahili Language Day, celebrating the most widely spoken African language. UNESCO is hosting an event in Paris focused on peace, solidarity, and economic diplomacy.
Why it matters
It highlights the global recognition of African languages and their role in international cultural and economic cooperation.
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