French: My Hoe, My Work in Burkina Faso

By Béli M Daïla

This book explores the everyday use of French in Burkina Faso, and more specifically its use in the streets and neighborhoods of the city of Koudougou. Speaking French-even if it's broken-can help secure a job in the public sector, so expressing oneself in French has become a necessity for young people. While speaking French is a sign of social advancement, speaking it well remains a "Chinese puzzle." For the language of Moli re is like a hoe and is limited to its sole function of communication.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6209752977
• ISBN13: 9786209752971
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Length: 84 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"