African Languages for Academic purposes
Accepted for university admission and scholarships. Covers all levels A1–C2. Delivered with official digital verification.
Better than Duolingo • Private 1-to-1 lessons • Recognized Proficiency Certificates • Flexible Schedule
Welcome to Gusoma Schools of African Languages! Our mission is simple — make African languages accessible to everyone, everywhere. With structured programs, flexible scheduling, and live, 1-to-1 lessons taught by experienced teachers, we go beyond vocabulary drilling to bring you real conversations, cultural context, and internationally recognized certificates.
Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a community leader, Gusoma Schools is here to help you achieve fluency and use your new skills in real life.
– Munga IV SEKUNDANE, Director, Gusoma Schools
Our African Language Lessons and Proficiency Certificates are designed for anyone looking to communicate better, grow professionally, or reconnect with African culture.
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“The certificate helped me secure my scholarship. The process was smooth and professional.”
– Maria, USA based, studied Lingala online at the Kinshasa School of Lingala
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“I needed proof of my language proficiency in Kinyarwanda for my NGO work. The lessons prepared me well for the proficiency exams. The certificate I received was recognized immediately by my employer.”
– Samuel, Canada based, studied Kinyarwanda in-person at the Kigali School of Kinyarwanda
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“Fast, efficient, and reliable. I needed Swahili lessons to improve my communication with the local team in Tanzania.”
– Fatima, UK based, studied Kiswahili online at the Mwanza School of Swahili
Each level builds on the previous one — covering grammar, vocabulary, conjugation, sentence-building, and real conversation. You finish each stage with a recognized certificate.
👋 Learn greetings, numbers, and simple sentences.
Focus: Basic grammar, essential vocabulary.
Best for: First-time learners, tourists, and anyone starting from zero.
🛒 Handle daily life, ask questions, give directions.
Focus: Common verbs, present tense conjugation, short dialogues.
Best for: Travelers, volunteers, and casual learners who want confidence in daily interactions.
💬 Speak confidently in conversations and social settings.
Focus: Past & future tense, longer sentences, basic writing.
Best for: Students preparing for study abroad, exchange programs, or longer stays.
🗣️ Debate, present ideas, and work in teams.
Focus: Complex grammar structures, connectors, fluent speech.
Best for: Professionals, scholarship applicants, and those needing workplace fluency.
📚 Write reports, express yourself with precision.
Focus: Advanced conjugation, idioms, academic vocabulary.
Best for: Researchers, graduate students, and NGO workers engaging in high-level communication.
🏆 Reach near-native fluency, teach or lead in the language.
Focus: Native-like accuracy, nuanced communication, cultural depth.
Best for: Teachers, interpreters, diplomats, and leadership roles.
Ready to enroll or sit your proficiency test? Just click Website or Certificate for the school of your choice.
Earn internationally recognized certificates from A1 Beginner to C2 Mastery — perfect for studies, career, teaching, or personal growth.
Accepted for university admission and scholarships. Covers all levels A1–C2. Delivered with official digital verification.
Proves language ability for jobs and NGOs. Includes speaking assessment for workplace communication. Available digitally or in print.
Designed for teacher candidates and trainers. Includes full score breakdown and bears the official seal for recognition.
Together, we can make African languages accessible to more people — in schools, communities, and workplaces.
Example: A UK diaspora association sponsored weekly Swahili sessions for its members and celebrated with a certificate ceremony.
Example: A US university partnered with us to integrate Kinyarwanda classes and award students with international certificates.
Example: A NGO partnered with us to deliver a 3-month Shona integration course with certificates for job placement.
If you have any questions, please reach out to us. Our team will respond within 24 hours.
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