Ga North NCCE marks International Mother Language Day

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Ga North NCCE marks International Mother Language Day

The Ga North Municipal Office of the () marked International Mother Language Day by advocating for the preservation and promotion of local languages, urging parents and to prioritize teaching children their mother tongues.

Ms. Mabel Munufie, Municipal Director of the Ga North Municipal Office of the , emphasized the importance of parents conversing with their children in native languages to ensure their proficiency. She encouraged parents to engage their children in community activities and festivals to further immerse them in their cultural heritage and language.

The NCCE event, held with pupils of Amamorley Methodist Basic 2 in , coincided with the global observance of International Mother Language Day on February 21. This day aims to raise awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and promote multilingualism.

Under the theme “Multilingual education – a pillar of learning and intergenerational learning,” the 2024 celebration underscores the significance of mother tongue education in supporting literacy, learning, and the acquisition of additional languages.

Ms. Munufie stressed the need for schools to incorporate Ghanaian languages into their curricula, enabling students to study their ethnic group's language. She criticized past practices that prioritized English over native languages and advocated for a shift toward valuing and teaching indigenous languages.

Madam Naa Koshie Wellington, a Ga Teacher at Amamorley Methodist Basic 2, echoed the importance of teaching children in their native language to enhance comprehension and connection with their cultural identity. She urged the government to integrate mother languages as core subjects in schools.

During the celebration, pupils read books written in the Ga language to improve their proficiency and foster pride in their heritage. Participants expressed appreciation for the opportunity to engage with their native language, emphasizing the importance of preserving and celebrating linguistic diversity.

As the event concluded, pupils like Anthoanette Anyaawa Baah and Japheth Johnson expressed a newfound appreciation and love for the Ga language, highlighting the positive impact of promoting mother tongue education on young learners.

The NCCE's initiative underscores the critical role of language in identity preservation, cultural heritage, and educational attainment, affirming the importance of nurturing linguistic diversity for future generations.

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