Jurnal Ilmiah Pendas : Primary Education Journal
Vol 6 No 1 (2025): Juni 2025

EXPLORING THE ROLE OF KISWAHILI AND MALAGASY LANGUAGE IN EDUCATION: LINGUISTIC BRIDGES IN EAST AND SOUTHERN AFRICA

Florette, Rasolonirina (Unknown)
Augustin, Ravaoarisoa Simonette (Unknown)
Emynorane, Ralaivao Hanginiaina (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Jun 2025

Abstract

This study explores the role of Kiswahili and Malagasy  in education, examining how these languages serve as linguistic bridges in East and Southern Africa. Focusing on Tanzania and Madagascar, the study uses a qualitative approach to investigate the perspectives of students and lecturers at universities in both countries. By conducting in-depth interviews with key informants, the study highlights the cultural, educational, and social significance of Kiswahili in Tanzania and Malagasy in Madagascar, shedding light on their influence in higher education settings. The findings reveal the importance of these languages not only in fostering communication and academic success but also in promoting regional integration and cultural identity. The study underscores the challenges and opportunities these languages present in the context of multilingualism and educational development in East and Southern Africa. Through the voices of students and educators, the study contributes to understanding how Kiswahili and Malagasy function as tools for knowledge dissemination and intercultural exchange in the region.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

pendas

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Social Sciences Other

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JURNAL ILMIAH PENDAS: PRIMARY EDUCATION JOURNAL merupakan jurnal yang diterbitkan oleh Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar, FKIP Universitas Mataram. Terbit dua kali dalam setahun yaitu pada bulan Juni (Januari-Juni), dan Desember (Juli-Desember). Berisi artikel-artikel hasil penelitian dan ...