What language do they speak in Dar es Salaam?
Kiswahili and English are widely spoken in Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has various languages spoken throughout the country, but Swahili is the primary national language. This language was introduced to Tanzania by Arab traders and eventually became the dominant language of education and politics. English is also frequently spoken, particularly in the Lake area and surrounding national parks.
The Maasai people speak their own native tongue, but at primary levels, most students are taught in Swahili or English. There is linguistic variety across Sub-Saharan Africa, but Tanzania's location on the Indian Ocean and history with Arab traders set it apart.
Learning a few words in Kiswahili can help you haggle, negotiate rates and make most people happy. It is also a very simple language to learn!
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