Présence Francophone: Revue internationale de langue et de littérature
Abstract
This paper is illustrative of the conflict of languages in a sociolinguistic landscape. It asserts that in French-speaking world, notably Black Africa and the West Indies, politics in collusion with French language policies work for the imperceptible, but gradual disappearance of vernaculars on behalf of the prestige of French language. The International Organization of "Francophonie" is depicted as being instrumental in the ongoing strategy. The article ends up suggesting criteria for a harmonious cohabitation of languages in the above-mentioned ommunities.
Recommended Citation
Nzepa, Zacharie Petnkeu
(2003)
"Espace francophone et politiques linguistiques :
glottophagie ou diversité culturelle?,"
Présence Francophone: Revue internationale de langue et de littérature: Vol. 60:
No.
1, Article 6.
Available at:
https://crossworks.holycross.edu/pf/vol60/iss1/6
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