Tag: French language
the Orange Foundation ends its African book prize
It’s a page-turner for lovers of African literature. After six editions, the Orange foundation is putting an end to the Orange Book Prize in Africa (POLA), which rewarded authors and…
“We all stand alongside the friendly Lebanese people”
Around thirty heads of state and government were welcomed by Emmanuel Macron and the Secretary General of the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF), Louise Mushikiwabo, this Friday, October 4…
Why does the Francophonie continue to expand to non-French-speaking countries?
After a break, new countries are expected to join the International Organization of La Francophonie during the 19th Summit which is being held in France on October 4 and 5.…
Louisiana, a discreet Francophonie, but always present
Louisiana is a French-speaking territory known throughout the world for its jazz, its Cajun and Creole culture and its swampy bayous. On the other hand, little is known about the…
Olympic Games: to what extent do they promote French-speaking countries?
Since 1886, French has been the official language of the Olympic Games. The language of Molière must therefore offer an exceptional showcase for the French language and culture. In fact,…
Cameroon: through art, the popularization of “Camfranglais”
“Camfranglais”, a slang spoken mainly by young Cameroonians, is increasingly making its way into the world of art. This mode of expression, born in the early 1980s within the student…
French presenter and writer Bernard Pivot died at 89
The presenter and writer Bernard Pivot, who got millions of French people reading thanks to his show Apostrophesdied Monday May 6 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, in the Paris region, at the age…
winner of the “Voix d’Afriques” literary prize 2024
The “Voix d’Afriques” literary prize, created by RFI and JC Lattès editions in partnership with the Cité Internationale des arts in Paris, rewards Nincemon Fallé, a young 22-year-old Ivorian author,…
Indigenous languages: one year after the launch of the decade by UNESCO
One year after the launch of the great cause dedicated to the protection of indigenous languages around the world: what actions have been put in place? Are some languages more…
How to share the pleasure of reading around you?
How to make children and adults want to read? What if the solution to reading better was to take up the pen? With Alexandre Jardin, author of Reading for Dummiespublished…