Chinese Language Popularity Surges in Africa, UNECA Director Reports

ADDIS ABABA: Oliver Chinganya, Director at the UNECA Africa Center for Statistics, has highlighted a significant rise in the number of Africans learning Chinese. Speaking at the Chinese Language Day event in Addis Ababa, Chinganya noted that factors such as the language’s status as a United Nations official working language and increased economic ties with China have spurred this interest.

According to Ethiopian News Agency, the number of Chinese learners could reach 100 million globally by 2026, reflecting its growing international relevance.