Ethnoblog

As our contribution to the celebration of International Mother Language Day, we are pleased to announce the

Language of the Day
A language of Kenya. Population: 140,000 (2009 census), increasing. Status: 6a (Vigorous). Lg Use: Home, social gatherings. Used by all. Positive attitudes. Also use English [eng], mainly in schools and all official places....
Map of translations of 'wash your hands'

Coronavirus and Local Languages: How do you say, "wash your hands"?

All of us are at risk. And for the millions who speak a lesser-known language, that risk is compounded by the lack of health materials in a language they understand.

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