jambo
/ˈdʒɑːm.boʊ/
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The language of the markets in Mombasa, the Bongo Flava scene in Dar es Salaam, the booming tech in Nairobi — Swahili is spoken by over 200 million East Africans. It is the 7th most spoken language in the world, the lingua franca of Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Congo — yet it is absent from serious language learning apps. Learning Swahili gives you a head start on a continent in full ascent: emerging markets, a dynamic diaspora, vibrant culture. Discus offers you a real learning journey, not just three phrases for the safari.
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jambo
/ˈdʒɑːm.boʊ/
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