Which language is most widely spoken in Djibouti?

While Djibouti recognizes French and Arabic as its two official languages, Somali is the most widely spoken language in the country.12

Despite its prevalence, Somali is rarely written and is not included in the school curriculum. In contrast, French serves as the primary language of instruction in schools, and fluency in it is considered essential for those pursuing political careers. The Afar language is also spoken, though its use is generally limited to Afar-populated regions. Many residents of Djibouti are multilingual, navigating these various linguistic influences in their daily lives.2