MU

Republic of Mauritius

Mauritius

Mauritius is a country in Africa that is home to 1,273,000 people. It is also home to 2 living indigenous languages. In addition, 7 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. One of these, English, is the official language of the country. In formal education, 1 indigenous language is used as a language of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    1,273,000

    people

    2

    living languages

    91%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 1
    2. 1
    3. 0
    4. 0

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