WINDHOEK: The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC) has joined the rest of the world in commemorating International Mother Language Day, with the theme 'Multilingual education is a pillar of intergenerational learning.' The United Nations (UN) has established 21 February as a day to celebrate linguistic and cultural diversity. This is to demonstrate dedication to the development and preservation of mother tongues worldwide. The education ministry in a press release on Wednesday stated that mother tongues are essential for good learning and cognitive development. 'The ministry has long encouraged the use of mother tongues in schools, particularly in the junior primary phase. According to research, teaching children in their native languages enhances understanding, engagement, and knowledge retention,' it said. It added that preserving mother languages is crucial for cultural identity, particularly in Africa which is home to over 2 000 distinct languages. By valuing and preserving mother language s the MoEAC through teaching and learning contributes to the richness of humanity's linguistic heritage, it said. 'As we commemorate World Mother Language Day, the ministry encourages all Namibians to take pride in their mother languages that contribute to the country's cultural diversity. We remain committed to the promotion of multilingualism in education, ensuring that all learners have equal access to quality education,' it stated. Source: The Namibia Press Agency
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