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BBC Pidgin: This Is Not A Joke

A new language service for digital platforms in English-based Pidgin for West and Central Africa has been launched by the BBC World Service.

Pidgin is one of the most widely-spoken languages across the region, even though it is not officially recognized.

The launch is part of the World Service's biggest expansion since the 1940s, following a government funding boost announced in 2016.

Here's a recent article on women and sexuality that I wrongly assumed was lurid satire.

https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/world-49439400

One Comment

  1. Pat Kittle September 3, 2019

    Now THAT is cultural enrichment!

    So how do we say “Diversity is our greatest strength!” in pidgin?

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