1:"$Sreact.fragment"
2:I[29064,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js","/_next/static/chunks/1i1fzvyw-e6_p.js"],"default"]
3:T10b2,<!-- wp:image {"id":12595,"width":"500px","height":"auto","sizeSlug":"full","linkDestination":"none"} -->
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img src="/media/2024/09/Oxford-english-dictionary.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-12595" style="width:500px;height:auto"/></figure>
<!-- /wp:image -->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>The recent addition of new Swahili words to the prestigious Oxford English Dictionary (OED) is a testament to the language's increasing global influence and recognition. This landmark inclusion not only reflects Swahili's vibrant and dynamic nature but also highlights its significant role in shaping contemporary communication.</p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>The newly added words encompass a diverse range of expressions, from the lively and ever-evolving slang of <strong>'Sheng,' </strong>spoken by Kenyan youth, to the mouthwatering culinary delight of <strong>'Nyama Choma,' </strong>a quintessential Kenyan grilled meat dish. This linguistic tapestry showcases the richness and versatility of Swahili, adapting and expanding to capture the essence of modern life and culture.</p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>With over <strong>200 million speakers </strong>worldwide, Swahili serves as a vital bridge across <strong>East Africa </strong>and beyond, facilitating communication and fostering a sense of shared identity. Its inclusion in the <strong>OED </strong>further solidifies its position as a language of global significance, opening doors for greater cultural exchange and understanding.</p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>This recognition by the OED not only pays homage to the deep-rooted heritage of Swahili but also underscores its enduring relevance in the <strong>21st century</strong>. It serves as a reminder that language is a living organism, constantly evolving and reflecting the changing world around us.</p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>As Swahili continues to flourish and expand its reach, its presence in the <strong>Oxford English Dictionary </strong>is a cause for celebration, highlighting the power of language to connect, inspire, and shape our global community.</p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:heading -->
<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Newly Added Swahili Words:</strong></h2>
<!-- /wp:heading -->

<!-- wp:list -->
<ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Sheng</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Nyama </strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Choma</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Sambaza</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Collabo</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Asante </strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Sana</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Come-we-stay</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Jembe</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Donga</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Githeri</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Matatu</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Ugali</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Boda Boda</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Safari</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Mandazi</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Isukuti</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Dobi</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item -->

<!-- wp:list-item -->
<li><strong>Sufuria</strong></li>
<!-- /wp:list-item --></ul>
<!-- /wp:list -->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p>Inspired by the beauty and power of language? Embark on your own linguistic journey today! Come learn a new language at our institution and unlock a world of opportunities.</p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->

<!-- wp:read-more {"content":"kiflaps.ac.ke/registration"} /-->

<!-- wp:paragraph -->
<p></p>
<!-- /wp:paragraph -->7:X
c:X
c:C
0:{"buildId":"eKxHr4MvxSxTEUDHO-Pk2","data":[{"rsc":["$","$1","c",{"children":[["$","article",null,{"className":"mx-auto max-w-3xl px-4 py-14 sm:px-6","children":[["$","h1",null,{"className":"mb-2 text-3xl font-extrabold text-slate-900 sm:text-4xl","children":"New Kiswahili and Sheng words in OED"}],["$","p",null,{"className":"mb-8 text-sm text-slate-400","children":"2024-09-19 13:01:57"}],["$","$L2",null,{"html":"$3"}]]}],["$L4"],"$L5"]}],"isPartial":"$@6","staleTime":"$7","varyParams":null},{"rsc":"$L8","isPartial":"$@9","staleTime":"$7","varyParams":null},{"rsc":"$La","isPartial":"$@b","staleTime":"$7","varyParams":"$c"},{"rsc":"$Ld","isPartial":"$@e","staleTime":"$7","varyParams":"$c"},{"rsc":"$Lf","isPartial":"$@10","staleTime":"$7","varyParams":null}],"isUpgradeableISRFallback":false,"a":"$@11","rootVaryParams":null,"needsRuntimeRequest":"$@12"}
13:I[97367,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"OutletBoundary"]
14:"$Sreact.suspense"
16:I[97367,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"ViewportBoundary"]
17:I[97367,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"MetadataBoundary"]
18:I[27201,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"IconMark"]
19:I[39756,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"default"]
1a:I[37457,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"default"]
1b:I[2971,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"default"]
1c:I[56253,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js","/_next/static/chunks/24agy20k8nhdo.js"],"default"]
1d:I[96199,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"default"]
1e:I[22016,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],""]
:HL["/_next/static/chunks/2d2_1ovswdpkk.css","style"]
4:["$","script","script-0",{"src":"/_next/static/chunks/1i1fzvyw-e6_p.js","async":true}]
5:["$","$L13",null,{"children":["$","$14",null,{"name":"Next.MetadataOutlet","children":"$@15"}]}]
8:["$","$1","h",{"children":[null,["$","$L16",null,{"children":[["$","meta","0",{"charSet":"utf-8"}],["$","meta","1",{"name":"viewport","content":"width=device-width, initial-scale=1"}]]}],["$","div",null,{"hidden":true,"children":["$","$L17",null,{"children":["$","$14",null,{"name":"Next.Metadata","children":[["$","title","0",{"children":"KIFLAPS - Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages And Professional Studies"}],["$","meta","1",{"name":"description","content":"KIFLAPS is Kenya's No. 1 Language College, offering language courses, professional courses, and corporate group training."}],["$","link","2",{"rel":"icon","href":"/favicon.ico?favicon.2vob68tjqpejf.ico","sizes":"256x256","type":"image/x-icon"}],["$","$L18","3",{}]]}]}]}],["$","meta",null,{"name":"next-size-adjust","content":""}]]}]
a:["$","$1","c",{"children":[null,["$","$L19",null,{"parallelRouterKey":"children","template":["$","$L1a",null,{}]}]]}]
d:["$","$1","c",{"children":[null,["$","$L19",null,{"parallelRouterKey":"children","template":["$","$L1a",null,{}]}]]}]
f:["$","$1","c",{"children":[[["$","link","0",{"rel":"stylesheet","href":"/_next/static/chunks/2d2_1ovswdpkk.css","precedence":"next"}],["$","script","script-0",{"src":"/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","async":true}],["$","script","script-1",{"src":"/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js","async":true}]],["$","html",null,{"lang":"en","className":"geist_a71539c9-module__T19VSG__variable geist_mono_8d43a2aa-module__8Li5zG__variable h-full antialiased","children":["$","body",null,{"className":"min-h-full flex flex-col bg-white text-slate-800","children":[["$","$L1b",null,{}],["$","main",null,{"className":"flex-1","children":["$","$L19",null,{"parallelRouterKey":"children","template":["$","$L1c",null,{"children":["$","$L1a",null,{}]}],"templateStyles":[],"templateScripts":[["$","script","script-0",{"src":"/_next/static/chunks/24agy20k8nhdo.js","async":true}]],"notFound":[[["$","title",null,{"children":"404: This page could not be found."}],["$","div",null,{"style":{"fontFamily":"system-ui,\"Segoe UI\",Roboto,Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif,\"Apple Color Emoji\",\"Segoe UI Emoji\"","height":"100vh","textAlign":"center","display":"flex","flexDirection":"column","alignItems":"center","justifyContent":"center"},"children":["$","div",null,{"children":[["$","style",null,{"dangerouslySetInnerHTML":{"__html":"body{color:#000;background:#fff;margin:0}.next-error-h1{border-right:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,.3)}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){body{color:#fff;background:#000}.next-error-h1{border-right:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.3)}}"}}],["$","h1",null,{"className":"next-error-h1","style":{"display":"inline-block","margin":"0 20px 0 0","padding":"0 23px 0 0","fontSize":24,"fontWeight":500,"verticalAlign":"top","lineHeight":"49px"},"children":404}],["$","div",null,{"style":{"display":"inline-block"},"children":["$","h2",null,{"style":{"fontSize":14,"fontWeight":400,"lineHeight":"49px","margin":0},"children":"This page could not be found."}]}]]}]}]],[]]}]}],["$","footer",null,{"className":"border-t border-slate-200 bg-slate-900 text-slate-300","children":[["$","$L1d",null,{"y":16,"children":["$","div",null,{"className":"mx-auto grid max-w-6xl gap-10 px-4 py-14 sm:px-6 md:grid-cols-4","children":[["$","div",null,{"children":[["$","div",null,{"className":"text-xl font-bold text-white","children":"KIFLAPS"}],["$","p",null,{"className":"mt-3 text-sm leading-relaxed text-slate-400","children":"Kenya Institute of Foreign Languages And Professional Studies — Kenya's No. 1 Language College, offering language, professional, and corporate training."}]]}],["$","div",null,{"children":[["$","h4",null,{"className":"mb-3 text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-white","children":"Explore"}],["$","ul",null,{"className":"space-y-2 text-sm","children":[["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/about-us","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"About Us"}]}],["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/courses","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"Our Courses"}]}],["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/blog","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"News & Insights"}]}]]}]]}],["$","div",null,{"children":[["$","h4",null,{"className":"mb-3 text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-white","children":"Support"}],["$","ul",null,{"className":"space-y-2 text-sm","children":[["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/frequently-asked-questions","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"FAQs"}]}],["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/contact-us","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"Contact Us"}]}],["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/terms-and-conditions","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"Terms & Conditions"}]}],["$","li",null,{"children":["$","$L1e",null,{"href":"/registration","className":"transition-colors hover:text-white","children":"Register Now"}]}]]}]]}],["$","div",null,{"children":[["$","h4",null,{"className":"mb-3 text-sm font-semibold uppercase tracking-wide text-white","children":"Get in Touch"}],["$","p",null,{"className":"text-sm text-slate-400","children":"Nairobi, Kenya"}],["$","p",null,{"className":"mt-2 text-sm text-slate-400","children":"info@kiflaps.ac.ke"}]]}]]}]}],["$","div",null,{"className":"border-t border-slate-800 py-4 text-center text-xs text-slate-500","children":["© ",2026," KIFLAPS. All rights reserved."]}]]}],"$L1f"]}]}]]}]
20:I[63687,["/_next/static/chunks/2r4md_v_klu62.js","/_next/static/chunks/0o4vk4-4ez4n_.js"],"default"]
15:null
1f:["$","$L20",null,{}]
12:true
7:300
7:C
11:0
9:"$undefined"
b:"$undefined"
e:"$undefined"
10:"$undefined"
6:"$undefined"