More on Cape Verde
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Kid's Talk Show
Posted on: 09/06/07
More on Cape Verde
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Cape Verde's official language is Portuguese. It is the language of instruction and official acts. However, the Cape Verdean Creole is used colloquially. It is a dialect continuum of a Portuguese-based creole, which varies from island to island. This will be a challenge for our Kid's Talk Radio teachers and students. We have plans on working on creative ways to translate our stories and educational projects.
There is a substantial body of literature in Creole, especially in the Santiago Creole and the So Vicente Creole. Creole has been gaining prestige since the nation's independence from Portugal. PNN will help in this area. We have plans for working with both adults and children. We want to do all that we can to capture the stories of these wonderful people who love to talk and share their experiences.
However, the differences between the different forms of the language within the islands, have been a major obstacle in the way of standardization of the language. Some people have advocated the development of two standards: a North (Barlavento) standard, centered on the So Vicente Creole, and a South (Sotavento) standard, centered on the Santiago Creole. We will keep you informed as we collaborate with the teachers on these islands.
Cabo Verde Culture
The culture of Cape Verde reflects its mixed African and Portuguese roots. It is well known for its diverse forms of music such as Morna and the urban Angolan kizomba, and a wide variety of dances: the soft dance Morna, and its modernized version, passada, the Funan - a sensual mixed Portuguese and African dance, the extreme sensuality of coladeira, and the Batuque dance. These are reflective of the diverse origins of Cape Verde's residents. The term "Cabo" is used to refer to residents as well as the culture of Cape Verde.
We welcome your questions about this exciting new Kid's Talk Radio Project.
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