By Isaac senabulya
Kampala
Acting Commissioner in charge of University Education and Training at the Ministry of Education and Sports Timothy Ssejjoba has attributed business failures to language barriers, calling for enhancement of language skills to open doors to national business markets.
Ssejjoba was speaking during the opening of the 11th Congress of the Africa and India Ocean Commission of the International Federation of Teachers of French at MUBS, in Kampala it attracted participants from over 100 countries around the globe under the theme: – “French language as an Engine for Sustainable Development in the Digital Age”.
The conference provides an opportunity to improve career prospects, network with a wide range of professionals, learn about different cultures, and discover thrilling opportunities in global markets.
He says the government is committed to promoting the French Language to open doors not only as a means of communication but also for people to achieve the international Market.
“By enhancing language skills, particularly in French, we are not only opening doors to international markets but also bridging cultural and communication gaps that are crucial for successful international relations and business ventures,” said Ssejoba.
“The government of Uganda recognizes the transformative power of education and multi-ringo using,we are committed to policies that support language learning ,not only as means of communication but as a vital component of social–economic, environmental sustainability,” Ssejoba added.
The MUBS Principal. Prof. Moses Muhwezi, says that French is spoken worldwide and it plays a big role in the development of the country as it bridges cultures and language barriers and promotes international connections among people who can easily speak French.
“As a global language spoken by millions across the continent plays a pivot role in creating cultures, in fostering international collaborations and promoting mutual understanding, we are aware that only 212 million people who use French daily 54.7% live in Africa, as educators since we are teachers we will bear the responsibility of equipping our students with the skills and knowledge in it,” said Muhwezi.
Agatha Tumwine, the President of the Association of Teachers of French in Uganda says learning how to speak French is useful to foster foreign relations and helps people develop especially when it comes to French translation to other Languages.
“As we all know digital technology is transforming the teaching and learning of languages in general and French in particular, specifically with the impact of artificial intelligence and so many other aspects including translation which are all important aspects for communication,” said Agatha.
