Languages and language policies in the diverse Sahel Cover Image

Nyelvek és nyelvpolitikák a sokszínű Száhelben
Languages and language policies in the diverse Sahel

Author(s): Erika Gúti, Attila T. Horváth
Subject(s): Language studies, Regional Geography, Sociolinguistics, Philology
Published by: Pécsi Tudományegyetem
Keywords: linguistic diversity; linguistic ecology; intermediary languages; language policy; status;

Summary/Abstract: This paper examines the intricate dynamics of language and language policy in the Sahel region. It analyzes the role of major and regional lingua francas of the Frenchspeaking countries of the region in social interaction, and explores continental language policies aimed at promoting social stability and security through the preservation of linguistic and cultural ecologies. Finally, the implications of recent coups and attempts at state reorganization for language policy are discussed.

  • Issue Year: 18/2024
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 85-104
  • Page Count: 20
  • Language: Hungarian
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