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Which languages became official languages in Mali in 2023?
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In 2023, Mali underwent a significant shift in its language policy. While French had previously served as the country's official language, its status was downgraded to that of a working language.
In its place, 13 of the country’s national languages were elevated to official status. These languages are:
- Bambara
- Bobo
- Bozo
- Dogon
- Fula
- Hasanya
- Khasonke
- Malinke
- Mamara
- Senufo
- Songhai
- Soninke
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