Dear Tanzanians, Learn English!!

Mcqueenen

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My dear Tanzanian compatriots, my fellow JF companions, it is with great eloquence and fervor that I implore you to eschew your linguistic provincialism and embrace the vast expanse of the English language. For too long have we been content with the limited purview of our mother tongue, relegating ourselves to a small corner of the global stage.

It is no secret that English is the lingua franca of the modern world. It is the language of international diplomacy, commerce, and academia. By shirking its use, we are limiting our opportunities and hobbling our ability to engage with the wider world.

Some may argue that the preservation of our native languages is of paramount importance, and I do not disagree. Our rich linguistic heritage is something to be cherished and celebrated. However, this need not come at the expense of English proficiency. Rather, we should seek to be polyglots, capable of seamlessly transitioning between languages as the situation demands.

Moreover, the benefits of English proficiency are manifold. It can open doors to higher education, better job opportunities, and increased social mobility. It can facilitate communication with people from different cultures and backgrounds, and foster a sense of global citizenship.

I implore you, then, to shed your linguistic inhibitions and embrace the boundless potential of the English language. Let us not be constrained by the limits of our mother tongue, but rather use it as a springboard to launch ourselves into the wider world. Let us be eloquent and articulate ambassadors of our nation, capable of engaging with the world on its own terms.

In conclusion, let us remember the words of the great Scottish philosopher, David Hume: "The great end of all human industry is the attainment of happiness." Let us not allow our linguistic limitations to stand in the way of our pursuit of happiness. Rather, let us embrace the richness and diversity of the English language, and use it to propel ourselves towards a brighter future.
 
You say: 'Some may argue that the preservation of our native languages is of paramount importance, and I do not disagree'
I disagree. Who told you that learning a second language leads to non-preservation of your native language? That's a fallacy advanced by those who wanted to keep Tanzanians in the dark by not knowing what's going on elsewhere in the world, for their own selfish goals of ensuring they continue to lord over them. They, themselves, however, were? are fully competent in English! The entire Scandinavian countries are bi-lingual and they have never ditched their mother tongues. Some people in Tanzania would point to Kenya, as a country that had 'lost' its Swahili because of English! That's nonsense. The Kenyans, especially those from 'upcountry' have never been native Swahili speakers at any point of history. The comparison is false from the outset.
It is possible to have an English speaking Tanzania, enlightened, in peace with itself....and at the same time an impeccable Swahili speaking one. After all, we did not do well even at Swahili speaking after we had ditched English for, our Swahili at present is worse than when we were speaking English, worse than that of Kenya!
 
You say: 'Some may argue that the preservation of our native languages is of paramount importance, and I do not disagree'
I disagree. Who told you that learning a second language leads to non-preservation of your native language? That's a fallacy advanced by those who wanted to keep Tanzanians in the dark by not knowing what's going on elsewhere in the world, for their own selfish goals of ensuring they continue to lord over them. They, themselves, however, were? are fully competent in English! The entire Scandinavian countries are bi-lingual and they have never ditched their mother tongues. Some people in Tanzania would point to Kenya, as a country that had 'lost' its Swahili because of English! That's nonsense. The Kenyans, especially those from 'upcountry' have never been native Swahili speakers at any point of history. The comparison is false from the outset.
It is possible to have an English speaking Tanzania, enlightened, in peace with itself....and at the same time an impeccable Swahili speaking one. After all, we did not do well even at Swahili speaking after we had ditched English for, our Swahili at present is worse than when we were speaking English, worse than that of Kenya!
I dont get it, do you disagree that preserving our native language is of paramount importance?
So preserving our Swahili is not important to you?
If not, and you think we should strive for both, then congratulations, you are not far from my point.
Infact, that is exactly what I meant when I stresses:
Some may argue that the preservation of our native languages is of paramount importance, and I do not disagree. Our rich linguistic heritage is something to be cherished and celebrated. However, this need not come at the expense of English proficiency. Rather, we should seek to be polyglots, capable of seamlessly transitioning between languages as the situation demands
 
Come back fast. I repeat again come back or Mods will close your account
The more I speak English the hungrier I get, I'm using alot of energy to articulate every word from my mouth.
Thinking in swahili, translate to English, speak it🥱🥱🥱🥱. Again listening someone talking, translate in swahili for my brain to digest. The circle goes on and on..😂😂😂.
I feel tired already, where is my energy drink?! Beer might as well be an exception.
 
Kwanini watanzania wajifunze kiingereza badala ya kujifunza mbinu bora za kilimo wakiwa na lugha yao nzuri ya Kiswahili?

Kuna faida gani kuongea kiingereza kizuri ukiwa na njaa?
Tatizo sasa dunia ishakuwa kijiji na maarifa mengi yanapatikana katika lugha ya kiingereza. Kwa hiyo kujua kiingereza inaleta wigo mpana katika kupata maarifa.
 
Kwanini watanzania wajifunze kiingereza badala ya kujifunza mbinu bora za kilimo wakiwa na lugha yao nzuri ya Kiswahili?

Kuna faida gani kuongea kiingereza kizuri ukiwa na njaa?
Actually, you can do both.
You can learn english and better farming techniques.
Learning english does not stop you from practicing agriculture.
 
You say: 'Some may argue that the preservation of our native languages is of paramount importance, and I do not disagree'
I disagree. Who told you that learning a second language leads to non-preservation of your native language? That's a fallacy advanced by those who wanted to keep Tanzanians in the dark by not knowing what's going on elsewhere in the world, for their own selfish goals of ensuring they continue to lord over them. They, themselves, however, were? are fully competent in English! The entire Scandinavian countries are bi-lingual and they have never ditched their mother tongues. Some people in Tanzania would point to Kenya, as a country that had 'lost' its Swahili because of English! That's nonsense. The Kenyans, especially those from 'upcountry' have never been native Swahili speakers at any point of history. The comparison is false from the outset.
It is possible to have an English speaking Tanzania, enlightened, in peace with itself....and at the same time an impeccable Swahili speaking one. After all, we did not do well even at Swahili speaking after we had ditched English for, our Swahili at present is worse than when we were speaking English, worse than that of Kenya!
Some ' muchknow' Tanzanians want to be British than British themselves. They want their families to use English at their homes and schools, to the point that Kiswahili becomes unknown language, let alone the native language.
 
The more I speak English the hungrier I get, I'm using alot of energy to articulate every word from my mouth.
Thinking in swahili, translate to English, speak it🥱🥱🥱🥱. Again listening someone talking, translate in swahili for my brain to digest. The circle goes on and on..😂😂😂.
I feel tired already, where is my energy drink?! Beer might as well be an exception.
Ur very very funny 😂😂😂😂😂 ....
 
My dear Tanzanian compatriots, my fellow JF companions, it is with great eloquence and fervor that I implore you to eschew your linguistic provincialism and embrace the vast expanse of the English language. For too long have we been content with the limited purview of our mother tongue, relegating ourselves to a small corner of the global stage.

It is no secret that English is the lingua franca of the modern world. It is the language of international diplomacy, commerce, and academia. By shirking its use, we are limiting our opportunities and hobbling our ability to engage with the wider world.

Some may argue that the preservation of our native languages is of paramount importance, and I do not disagree. Our rich linguistic heritage is something to be cherished and celebrated. However, this need not come at the expense of English proficiency. Rather, we should seek to be polyglots, capable of seamlessly transitioning between languages as the situation demands.

Moreover, the benefits of English proficiency are manifold. It can open doors to higher education, better job opportunities, and increased social mobility. It can facilitate communication with people from different cultures and backgrounds, and foster a sense of global citizenship.

I implore you, then, to shed your linguistic inhibitions and embrace the boundless potential of the English language. Let us not be constrained by the limits of our mother tongue, but rather use it as a springboard to launch ourselves into the wider world. Let us be eloquent and articulate ambassadors of our nation, capable of engaging with the world on its own terms.

In conclusion, let us remember the words of the great Scottish philosopher, David Hume: "The great end of all human industry is the attainment of happiness." Let us not allow our linguistic limitations to stand in the way of our pursuit of happiness. Rather, let us embrace the richness and diversity of the English language, and use it to propel ourselves towards a brighter future.
Watanzania wenzangu wapendwa, wana JF wenzangu, kwa ufasaha na ari kubwa nawasihi mwepuke ushamba wenu wa kiisimu kisha mridhie mawanda mapana ya lugha ya Kiingereza. Kwa muda mrefu sana tumeridhika na upeo duni wa lugha-mama yetu, huku tukijisopeka kwenye kijieneo pembeni mwa jukwaa la kimataifa.

Siyo siri kwamba Kiingereza ndiyo lugha kuu ya ulimwengu wa kisasa. Ni lugha ya diplomasia ya kimataifa, biashara, na taaluma. Kwa kuchelea kukitumia, tunapunguza fursa zetu na kuutwesha uwezo wetu wa kuchangamana na ulimwengu mpana zaidi.

Wengine wanaweza kudai kwamba kuhifadhi lugha zetu za asili ni muhimu sana, na wala sipingi hilo. Urithi wetu maridhawa wa lugha ni kitu ambacho hakina budi kuthaminiwa na kusherehekewa. Hata hivyo, hii haihitaji kuja kwa gharama ya kukosa umahiri wa Kiingereza. Badala yake, tunapaswa kufanya jitihada za kuwa watashisemi, wenye uwezo wa kuhamili baina ya lugha kiwepesi na weledi kadiri hali inavyodai.

Aidha, faida za umahiri wa Kiingereza ni nyingi. Inaweza kufungua milango ili kuipata elimu ya juu, nafasi bora za kazi, na kuongeza mwingiliano wa kijamii. Inaweza kuchagiza mawasiliano na watu kutoka tamaduni na asili tofauti, na kukuza hisia ya uraia wa kimataifa.

Nakusihini, basi, kuondoa vizuizi vyenu vya lugha na kupokea amana lukuki za lugha ya Kiingereza. Hebu tusitenzwe na mipaka ya lugha yetu mama, bali tuitumie kama chupio la kujiteleka kwenye ulimwengu mpana zaidi. Hebu tuwe mabalozi fasaha na madhubuti wa taifa letu, wenye uwezo wa kuuambika ulimwengu kwa vigezo vyake wenyewe.

Katika kuhitimisha, hebu tukumbuke maneno kuntu ya mwanafalsafa na Mswahili mzalendo, Mwalimu Nyerere:

^Wapo watu wasiosadiki kwamba jambo lolote la maana linaweza kuandikwa kwa Kiswahili. Lakini si kweli kusema kwamba Kiswahili hakiwezi kutumika katika uandishi wa vitabu mbalimbali vinavyohusu taaluma.^

^Ni wajibu wetu sote kujaribu kadiri tuwezavyo kuikuza lugha yetu katika kuandika, kusema na katika kuwaza.^

^Nchi za Afrika Mashariki zina lugha moja ya Kiswahili yenye nguvu ya kuiunganisha Afrika na kuunda Shirikisho la nchi za Afrika.^

^Kiingereza ni Kiswahili cha dunia. Ni makosa kukiachia Kiingereza kife. Kukiachia ni ujinga, siyo uzalendo.^

Hebu tusiruhusu mipaka yetu ya kiisimu ituzuie kukidhi matakwa ya kizalendo. Badala yake, hebu tukubali utajiri na uanuwai wa lugha ya Kiingereza, halafu tukitumie kujirafidhi kuelekea kwenye mustakabali bora zaidi.
 
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