AF

Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Afghanistan is a country in Asia that is home to 38,347,000 people. It is also home to 33 living indigenous languages. Two of these, Dari and Southern Pashto, are the official languages of the country. Another, Southern Uzbek, is an official language in part of the country. Afghanistan was also home to 2 indigenous languages that are now extinct. In addition, 9 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. In formal education, 4 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    38,347,000

    people

    33

    living languages

    43%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 3
    2. 24
    3. 6
    4. 2

Afghanistan has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.