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Tiyiselani Ndukwani
University of Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Arts Humanities Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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A Discourse Analysis of Cyber Socialising Interactions in English among Students Tiyiselani Ndukwani; Runash Ramhurry
Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching (JLLLT) Vol. 3 No. 1 (2023): Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching (JLLLT)
Publisher : Asosiasi Dosen Perguruan Tinggi Islam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37249/jlllt.v3i1.669

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The influence of technology and engagement in cyber socializing has become a prominent part of modern communication. A new learning pedagogy with proper guidelines is needed to assist users in engaging with social networking platforms efficiently. The researchers investigated discourse analysis involving participants to answer questions about the contextual application of the language and the functions and results of aspects of discourse such as diction, cohesion, and metaphors. The researchers employed a quantitative approach in this study. The study randomly sampled 80 students from the University of Technology in Gauteng to participate in quantitative discourse analysis of communication using Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter texts. The data elicitation methods embraced extracts from Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter texts provided by 80 participants. Data were collected via email, and texts were numbered according to the participants. These texts remain anonymous, and the identities of the participants are concealed. The study found that the use of emoji characterized the language used on Facebook, WhatsApp, and Twitter, low register words, code-switching, few spelling errors, and the modern tendency to shorten words by using clipping and number homophones, which are not seen as errors but a unique style of writing.
Xigaza Monday: Enhancing Xitsonga Language Preservation through Artistic Expression Tiyiselani Ndukwani
Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching (JLLLT) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching (JLLLT)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37249/jlllt.v5i1.917

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The preservation of indigenous languages remains a critical concern in multilingual societies, particularly in South Africa, where minority languages like Xitsonga face challenges including language shift, cultural assimilation, and limited representation in mainstream media. This study investigates the role of Xigaza Monday, a community-driven initiative that celebrates and promotes the Xitsonga language through artistic expression, focusing on music, dance, and community performances. The study employed qualitative research methods, including participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and content analysis of performances and social media content. A total of thirty participants were interviewed, comprising 18 youth performers, 7 event organizers, and 5 cultural experts. Data were analyzed thematically to identify key patterns in language use, cultural engagement, and participants’ perceptions of the event. The findings indicate that Xigaza Monday fosters language pride, strengthens intergenerational transmission of Xitsonga, and provides an informal platform for linguistic creativity. Participants exhibited knowledge of Xitsonga vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and proverbs, while younger attendees demonstrated adaptive use of language in contemporary artistic forms. Challenges identified include limited outreach, infrastructural constraints, and the need for sustained community involvement. The study concludes that initiatives such as Xigaza Monday play a pivotal role in preserving the Xitsonga language, maintaining cultural continuity, and engaging youth. Recommendations include expanding digital presence, formal partnerships with educational institutions, and systematic documentation of performances for linguistic research.
Co-Authors Runash Ramhurry