Didattica dell'italiano in Africa

Institutes of Culture (IIC) in Africa are experiencing increasing audiences, indicating a sustained interest in Italian language and cultural investment.

South Africa was the first African country to host an Italian Cultural Institute (IIC) after World War II.

Egypt, with a high number of Italian students, is a key location for Italian language studies in Africa.

There are nine Italian Institutes of Culture (IICs) active across Africa.

South Africa hosts a significant portion of the Italian population in Africa, primarily 2nd and 3rd generation immigrants.

Institutes of Culture (IICs) in Sub-Saharan Africa show a notable decline in student attendance.

Italian migration to Africa is driven by various factors: business, study, and historical ties.

Kenya, despite the absence of Italian language courses, is important because of a thriving tourism industry.

Institutes of Culture (IICs) exist to promote Italian language and culture worldwide, fostering appreciation.

The Italian population in Africa comprises approximately 1.3% of the total global Italian diaspora.

Africa is divided into 5 zones or sub-regions for analysis.

The Italian population in Kenya likely relates to the tourism sector.

There are 14 committees overseeing Italian Cultural Institutes in Africa.

In South Africa, there are fewer courses offered by IICs.

Italian cultural institutions were established in 1889 by a group of intellectuals led by Carducci.

The system formed by the interplay of economic, political, social, and cultural dimensions related to the Italian language.

The social value and attractiveness of a language as an investment for cultural and professional growth.

Theoretical frameworks used to evaluate the position of Italian in Africa.

The global marketplace of languages; English is a dominant factor.

A broader language market concept developed to overcome the limitations of the 'traditional market.'

Italian language viewed as a specialized product catering to specific needs.

Reasons behind studying Italian, including cultural and instrumental/practical goals.

Learning driven by an interest in Italian culture.

Learning Italian for specific purposes, such as job opportunities or further education.

The overall drive or enthusiasm for studying Italian.

A specific study of Italian's presence and conditions in Africa in that year.

Italian language's presence and development in various global contexts.

The spread and presence of the Italian language through various institutions in Africa.

Cultural institute that promotes Italian culture and language.

People of Italian heritage/origin living in Africa.