submitted over 6 years ago by tyger
- The article discusses the practice of Ajami, which involves writing languages using modified Arabic script, in West Africa.
- It highlights how Ajami has been historically important for literacy in various African languages and is now being used in secular contexts like advertising and political campaigns, showing its significance beyond religious and educational purposes.
- Ajami is increasingly being recognized as a vital tool for communication in African communities, including its use in commercial and political settings, but there is still a need for greater acknowledgment of its role by governments and development organizations.
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