Kiswahili Language and East African Culture

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Activity Type: 
Presentation
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Date: 
Thursday, January 23, 2025 - 09:38 to 11:39
Event Status: 
As Scheduled
Location: 
Avonth High School
Contact Person: 
Susan Ngbabare
Contact Phone: 
7405908115
Contact Email: 
smn63@pitt.edu
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On January 23, 2025, Fulbright Scholar Faraja Ngogo visited Avonworth High School to present on Kiswahili language and East African culture. Speaking to a group of about 20 students and two teachers, Faraja introduced basic Kiswahili phrases, discussed cultural practices in Tanzania, and shared personal stories to bring East African traditions to life.

UCIS Unit: 
Center for African Studies
World Regions: 
Africa
Is Event Already in University Calendar?: 
No