Makhuwa also known as Makua or Macua or Emakhuwa is a language spoken in Nampula Province, mozambique by the Makua people.
Makhuwa language has approximately 10,000,000 native speakers.
The language has 9 dialects; Shirima, Saka, Moninga, Marrevone, Meetto, Kokola, Lolo, Marenje and Takwane.
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Every day, new words shape our world - from artificial intelligence to blockchain, from climate change to social media.
While languages like English grow and adapt, what about Makhuwa?
How do we explain quantum computing in Makhuwa?
What's the word for 'cryptocurrency'?
Without action today, how will future generations express tomorrow's ideas in Makhuwa?
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If not now, when will we start?
If not here, where will it happen?
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