Zanaki also known as Ekizanaki or Ikizanaki or Ilizanaki or Kizanaki is a language spoken in Mara region of Tanzania by the Zanaki people.
Zanaki language has approximately 200,000 native speakers.
Zanaki Language
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The Future of Zanaki Is In Our Hands
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 Zanaki?
How do we explain quantum computing in Zanaki?
What's the word for 'cryptocurrency'?
Without action today, how will future generations express tomorrow's ideas in Zanaki?
The Choice Is Yours
If not you, who will keep Zanaki alive?
If not now, when will we start?
If not here, where will it happen?
This is our language. This is our responsibility.
Our Mission
We're building a living bridge between tradition and innovation - documenting and growing African languages for the digital age. Every word you contribute helps preserve our cultural heritage while preparing it for the future.
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Contact us at: Ongeanasi