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T. Y. Adodo
28 Views · 1 year ago

A linguistic shift is underway in Senegal. Wolof is spoken by 80% of the population and has progressively overtaken French, the country’s official language, as the dominant language of communication. Private Wolof classes have flourished as the publishing sector races to meet growing demand for books and other content written in local languages for local readers. Report by Aminatou Diallo, Elimane Ndao and Sam Bradpiece.

T. Y. Adodo
22 Views · 1 year ago

The Department of Literatures in English and the Institute of Caribbean Studies celebrate the 20th anniversary of Professor Carolyn Cooper's landmark book Sound Clash: Jamaican Dancehall Culture at Large

Kwadwo Danmeara Tòkunbọ̀ Datɛ
36 Views · 1 year ago

I had the opportunity to speak at the Abibitumi Conference on the theme, Black Power: Vision to Reality.

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T. Y. Adodo
15 Views · 1 year ago

Join us for an engaging discussion on Miss Lou's enduring impact on the Jamaican Language with Dr. Joseph T. Farquharson, Coordinator of the Jamaican Language Unit and Senior Lecturer in Linguistics at UWI, Mona.

Discover the historical journey, current progress, and future potential of making the Jamaican language co-official with English. Tune in to learn more about language rights, community development, and the vibrant cultural heritage of Jamaica.

00:00 Introduction to Culture Corner and Miss Lou's Legacy
01:47 Guest Introduction: Dr. Joseph T. Parkinson
02:25 Miss Lou's Mastery of the Jamaican Language
07:47 Miss Lou's Role in Preserving and Promoting Jamaican Language
11:28 Impact of Miss Lou's Performances on Language Perception
18:50 Evolution of Jamaican Language in Media and Music
26:18 Advocacy for the Jamaican Language
44:12 The Future of the Bible in Jamaican
44:58 Educational Reforms and Bilingualism
46:12 Government Support and Political Will
47:32 Cultural Impact and Social Media
49:02 Understanding and Connecting Through Language
51:19 Opportunities in Language Education
53:14 Economic Potential of the Jamaican Language
54:36 Challenges and Steps Towards Officialization
01:01:17 Community Involvement and Business Roles
01:04:01 Standardization and Its Importance
01:10:29 Youth Engagement and Future Prospects
01:15:50 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Whether you're passionate about language, culture, or community development, this forum offers valuable insights and thought-provoking perspectives.

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Ọbádélé Kambon
33 Views · 1 year ago

Originally released on CTI Records LP "Sunflower" (CTI 6024)
Vibraphone/Songwriter: Milt Jackson
Trumpet: Freddie Hubbard
Bass: Ron Carter
Piano: Herbie Hancock
Harp: Margaret Ross
Percussion: Ralph MacDonald
Producer: Creed Taylor

Ọbádélé Kambon
15 Views · 1 year ago

”Milestones” by Miles Davis
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Ọbádélé Kambon
22 Views · 1 year ago

''Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for fair use for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.''

Artist: Freddie Hubbard. Album: Red Clay. Year: 1970

Credits: Freddie Hubbard (Trumpet), Joe Henderson (Sax), Herbie Hancock (Electric Piano), Ron Carter (Bass), Lenny White (Drums)

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Ọbádélé Kambon
48 Views · 1 year ago

EARTH REPLENISHERS FOUNDATION (ERF) is a non-governmental organization that is committed to promoting positive behavioral change through music, poem, dance and drama.
We share the common view that verbal or visual Information given to an individual continually over a considerable period tends to imprint itself almost permanently in the subconscious mind of the recipient. ERF operates in a variety of ways including high-profile national media campaigns and peer awareness creation.




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