We are on a mission to ensure that no African language is left behind in the digital age. Every voice matters, every tongue tells a story.
African Mother Tongues was born from a simple yet powerful realization: while the world rushes toward globalization, thousands of African languages risk fading into silence.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between tradition and technology, ensuring that every African mother tongue not only survives but thrives in the digital era. We believe language is more than words—it's identity, culture, and connection.
We envision a world where language is never a barrier to opportunity, education, or healthcare. A world where a grandmother in rural Mali can communicate with her grandchildren in New York, in her own tongue.
By 2030, we aim to have documented and digitized every African language, creating the largest repository of African linguistic heritage ever assembled.
100%
Language Preservation Goal
2030
Target Year
Every language carries centuries of wisdom. We treat each one with the reverence it deserves.
We work alongside native speakers and communities, not above them. Their voice guides our work.
We push the boundaries of AI and machine learning to solve unique linguistic challenges.
Language preservation tools should be free and accessible to everyone, everywhere.
Founded in Lagos, Nigeria by a team of linguists, engineers, and cultural preservationists who shared a common dream.
Launched our beta app with support for 50 African languages, partnering with universities across the continent.
Reached our first million users, with the app being used in over 100 countries worldwide.
Introduced our proprietary AI model trained specifically on African tonal languages and dialects.
Today, we serve over 5 million users with 2,000+ language combinations, and we're just getting started.
Founder & CEO
Chief Linguist
Head of AI
Community Lead
Whether you're a linguist, developer, or simply passionate about preserving African heritage, there's a place for you in our community.