The Most Endangered Language Has Just One Living Speaker, And She’s Trying to Save It (Page 6 ) | September 12, 2024
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She was also honored with the Order of the Baobab in Silver by the Republic of South Africa for “her excellent contribution to the preservation of a language that is facing a threat of extinction. Her determination to make the project successful has inspired young generations to learn.”

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Why Should People Care About an Endangered Language?

29032023 Unveiling ceremony: Khoisan San N|uu language dictionary written by Her Excellency ǂXuu Katrina Esau. This was followed by her capping as an honorary Doctrate recipient.Photo:Lerato Maduna

Unfortunately, languages die every year, and bits of history and culture die with them. Although this slow extinction is inevitable in the modern world, it depletes society of a certain richness. After all, it’s not just a way of speaking; language reflects how people think, feel, express themselves, and see the world around them. It’s a core part of identity.

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