the total word count in the final document increases to 84 221 across the 11 languages. The consolidated list can be downloaded free of charge from the South African National Lexicography Unit's ...

In 1994, South Africa’s then-interim constitution recognised 11 official languages. It committed “the state” to “practical and positive measures to elevate the status and advance the use ...

Naturena Primary School and libraries across the City unite to celebrate International Mother Language Day, promoting cross-cultural appreciation and understanding.

In Africa, children taught in their mother tongue are 30% more likely to read with comprehension by the end of elementary school than those taught in an unfamiliar language. UNESCO therefore promotes ...