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Coming to Lilinga Swahili School in Iringa (Tanzania), you will both learn an indigenous African language as well as live in its culture. You will return to your work, trade or ministry with a deep Swahili understanding and experience.
Tunku Kiobya, Headmaster
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Swahili Classes
We are teaching solid grammar and language structure.
All classes and lessons are taylor made according to your, the learner’s, needs.
- Focus:
- grammar
- conversational Swahili
- vocabulary (also technical, functional)
- written Swahili
- Methods:
- one-to-one teaching
- small groups, max. four persons
- interpersonal (playful)
- practical (object lessons)
- Assistance:
- if need be
- in biblical topics in regard to Swahili language
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Field School
Language practise and cultural encounter in real life’s situations, by
- making new friends
- getting to know the history of the country and the region
- visiting the market
- going shopping
- going out at local restaurants
- visiting cultural events, the Uhuru Park, the German BOMA, the Hehe Museum
- attending cultural events
- visiting Isimila Natural Pillars and Stoneage Site
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Adapted Curriculum
We will adapt the curriculum, whether you
- have come for basic learning of Swahili
- wish to freshen up already aquired Swahili speaking or writing skills
- wish to intensify your knowledge of Swahili culture and language
- need advanced learning
Co-Op Program (Practica)
If you have a need and if there is an opening, we can arrange for a co-op program at one of the local hospitals or other places.
Please contact us, if we can be of assis.
Duration of the Swahili Course
We recommend a time of 8 to 16 weeks, for your Swahili Studies to be efficent.
Costs of the Language Course
Please contact us.