This book is an analysis of modernisation informed by the place of language in education, health, the economy and governance in the African context. It paints a

This volume explores the central role of language across all aspects of public and private life in Africa.

This volume offers a new perspective on sociolinguistics in Africa. Eschewing the traditional approach which looks at the interaction between European and Afric

This book showcases current research on language in new media, the performing arts and music in Africa, emphasising the role that youth play in language change

The first global history of African linguistics as an emerging autonomous academic discipline, covering Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia, and Europe.