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Varieties of English in Africa
Published Online: 5 NOV 2012
DOI: 10.1002/9781405198431.wbeal1255
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The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics
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Mesthrie, R. 2012. Varieties of English in Africa. The Encyclopedia of Applied Linguistics.
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- Published Online: 5 NOV 2012
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English is an important part of the linguistic landscape of Africa, and a binding force at the level of transnational communication, especially in the sub-Saharan region.
Keywords: Central Africa; Eastern Africa; Northern Africa; Southern Africa; Western Africa; World Englishes