VYA KISWAHILI KWA SHULE ZA SEKONDARI
KISWAHILI BOOKS FOR SECONDARY
STUDENTS
For
Ordinary Level and Advanced
Level
To view the Books, click the links below;
Kamusi – Kiswahili kwa Kiarabu 2018
Kamusi – Kiswahili kwa Kiingereza – Toleo la Tatu
Methali za Kiswahili na Maana Zake
Learning
Swahili Language
1.
Helps you prepare for research in East Africa
Swahili
is an essential language when working in East Africa or studying aspects of
East Africa. It offers access to the Swahili culture and other East African
cultures. Whether your field of interest is politics, history, anthropology,
linguistics, technology, or business, Swahili’s long preserved history helps
you to access the information you need.
Speaking
Swahili will allow you to conduct your research all over East Africa with ease.
You will be able to work across different communities and historical sites
including UNESCO world heritage sites such as, Lamu Old Town, Fort Jesus, the
cradle of humankind, Stone Town of Zanzibar, Kilwa Kisiwani and Songo Mnara
Ruins.
And
when you say “Hujambo?” a welcoming smile will appear on the face of every
local Swahili speaker. People will be happy to share information during
interviews or just chats thus boosting your credibility as a researcher.
2.
Deepen Your Knowledge of Poetry and Literature
Swahili
literature rests on poetry and storytelling. While the oral traditions of
Swahili continued well into the 17th century, the written literature of Swahili
began in the 18th century. By studying these oral and written traditions, you
deepen your understanding of language and gain insight into culture and gain a
better understanding of the world.
3.
Grow Your Research and Business Opportunities
Whether
you intend to research, study and teach abroad, or learn about the economics of
Africa in a global marketplace, Swahili is poised to become the language of
commerce in Africa. Its usefulness for research and travel is one of the most
cited reasons given for studying Swahili. Many schools offer Swahili as an
elective, and IT infrastructure is growing which will enhance economic and research
opportunities.
4.
Discover a whole new world of entertainment
Did
you know that there’s already so much Swahili around you? Discover meanings
behind names from popular films like The Lion King, Sense 8, and social games
like Jenga. Why do we say Kiswahili in East Africa and not Swahili? Explore new
music genres of East Africa’s urban music scene like Bongo Flava, Genge, Afro
soul, and Taarab. You will gain a better understanding of traditions and
current lifestyles of East Africans from such music.