East African Community to Convene Kiswahili Conference The East African Community (EAC) will host a conference on the Kiswahili language on [date], in [location]. The event aims to enhance the understanding, use, and promotion of Kiswahili as a regional and international language. Kiswahili, also known as Swahili, is a Bantu language spoken by over 100 million people in eastern and central Africa, including Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is a lingua franca in many parts of the region, facilitating communication and cultural exchange. The conference will bring together language experts, educators, policymakers, and cultural enthusiasts from across the East African region and beyond. Participants will discuss various topics related to Kiswahili, including its history, standardization, teaching methodology, literary works, and its role in regional integration. “Kiswahili is a vital part of our East African heritage and identity,” said [EAC official’s name]. “This conference will provide a platform for stakeholders to share insights and best practices, and to develop strategies for promoting and preserving this rich language.” The conference is expected to issue a communique outlining recommendations for enhancing the use and development of Kiswahili in the EAC region. It is hoped that the event will contribute to the wider recognition and appreciation of Kiswahili as a language of communication, education, and cultural expression.East African Community Kiswahili DayEast African Community Kiswahili Day The third East African Community (EAC) Kiswahili Day and the second International Conference of the East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC) will be held in Mombasa, Kenya, from July 5-7, 2023. The event aims to promote the importance of Kiswahili as a language and foster a culture of peace in the East African region. Significance of Kiswahili Kiswahili, a widely spoken language in East Africa, plays a vital role in bridging communication gaps and fostering a common identity among the EAC member states. The EAC Kiswahili Day serves as a reminder of the importance of linguistic diversity and unity. Objectives of the Conference The conference will explore the role of Kiswahili and multilingual education in promoting peace and sustainable development. Participants will discuss how Kiswahili can be used to educate society on enhancing peace at local, national, regional, and global levels. Participants and Activities The conference will bring together diverse stakeholders, including researchers, academics, practitioners, policymakers, language councils, media representatives, and youth. The agenda includes discussions on the following sub-themes: * Kiswahili, multilingualism, and peace * Kiswahili education and peace * Kiswahili, regional integration, and peace * Kiswahili, peace, and sustainable development In addition to the conference, the event will include youth mentoring, media engagement, awareness-raising activities, and cultural activities. Significance of July 7 as World Kiswahili Language Day July 7 was declared World Kiswahili Language Day by UNESCO in 2021. The EAC Council of Ministers has mandated the annual celebration of this day within the EAC Partner States. The first and second EAC World Kiswahili Days were held in Zanzibar (2022) and Kampala (2023), respectively.Tomorrow, the East African Community (EAC) will host a conference on the Kiswahili language. The conference will be held in Arusha, Tanzania, and will bring together experts from across the region to discuss the promotion and development of Kiswahili. Kiswahili is a Bantu language spoken by over 100 million people in East Africa. It is the official language of Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi, and is also widely spoken in the Democratic Republic of Congo, South Sudan, and Somalia. The conference will focus on a number of issues, including the standardization of Kiswahili, the development of teaching materials, and the use of Kiswahili in the media and in education. The EAC is committed to promoting the development of Kiswahili as a regional language. The conference is expected to provide a platform for experts to share ideas and develop strategies for the promotion and development of Kiswahili.