African Languages Conference 2025

The African Languages Conference (AFLC) is a flagship event in linguistic and cultural preservation organized by the African Languages Conference Inc. The fourth edition will happen during the African Languages Week in 2025 with the theme “Harnessing African Languages for Digital Transformation and Social Justice”.

The conference will be a hybrid event with a one day on-site event that will take place at the Department of Linguistics and Communications, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria through a collaboration with the university.

The conference serves as a pivotal platform for language activists and enthusiasts, language professionals, scholars, linguists, and educators to converge, exchange ideas, and foster collaborations aimed at promoting the rich tapestry of African languages.

Event Details:

Date: February 21-28, 2025
Venue: Hybrid (University of Port Harcourt Nigeria and Zoom)
Onsite event: 21st February, 2025
Website: www.africanlanguagesconf.org

The conference will have various sessions covering language preservation, technology, translation, interpreting, localization and education, catering to a broad spectrum of interests and expertise. AFLC 2025 will provide participants with a rich and seasoned assembly of speakers and thought leaders from across the African continent and beyond, offering profound insights into the challenges and opportunities surrounding African languages.

Apply here to be a speaker.