African Oral History Quarterly

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000)

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Afro-Linguistics and Tunisian African Language Structures: A Theoretical Framework

Hassan Benali, University of Monastir Omar Belghazouli, University of Monastir Mehrez Benhadd, Department of Research, Institut Pasteur de Tunis
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18717665
Published: November 19, 2000

Abstract

Afro-Linguistics is a branch of linguistics that studies languages spoken in Africa and their historical development. In Tunisia, linguistic diversity is significant with several African language groups coexisting alongside Arabic. Understanding these diverse structures is crucial for cultural preservation and academic research. Theoretical analysis will be employed to explore existing literature and propose new analytical tools for studying these languages. A comparative approach will be used to highlight similarities and differences among the various African language groups in Tunisia. The theoretical framework developed will provide a robust foundation for future research and policy on linguistic diversity in Tunisia, emphasising the importance of preserving and understanding these unique language systems. Researchers should consider incorporating this framework into their studies to enhance the accuracy and depth of analysis. Policy-makers might use it to develop more inclusive educational curricula that respect and value diverse linguistic heritages.

How to Cite

Hassan Benali, Omar Belghazouli, Mehrez Benhadd (2000). Afro-Linguistics and Tunisian African Language Structures: A Theoretical Framework. African Oral History Quarterly, Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18717665

Keywords

AfricanAfrocentricEthno-linguisticsDiachronyGrammaticalizationLinguistic DiversityPan-African

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