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The use of N'ko script in West Africa and its political and cultural implication
The use of N'ko script in West Africa and its political and cultural implication
Abschlussarbeit, Theorie

The use of N'ko script in West Africa and its political and cultural implication

2023
Creator
Department (gegründet 1981)
MediumPrint, Broschüre
DimensionsFormat: 22 × 15 cm, 285 Seiten
DescriptionFirst, it presents and reviews the main points developed in the controversial debates surrounding its use in West Africa. The thesis analyses the political and neo-colonial issues involved in the use of the adapted Latin alphabet instead of the N'ko script. lt also demonstrates the benefits of N'ko as a tool for affirming Mandingo cultural identity, while analyzing the difficulties faced by those involved in its development. lt examines the concerns raised by the use of the N'ko script, such as the risks of ethnic separatism. Finally, it explores future ·possibilities for the development of the N'ko script, focusing on the challenges and opportunities associated with its teaching.
Object numberBBI-2023-C03-001
DepartmentArchiv ZHdK
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  • Visual Communication