Written by experienced teachers, the course provides a step-by-step approach to Swahili. No previous knowledge of the language is required. Features include: pronunciation guide; dialogues; concise grammar explanations; exercises with full answer key; English-Swahili and Swahili-English glossaries. ix, 297pp. UK. ROUTLEDGE.

An illustrated beginner's course, with oral work, drills, grammar, and word lists. 166pp, SWEDEN. NORDIC AFRICA INSTITUTE, 9171063102

As a text book written for university students it is designed for use in a class environment. However, its readings and grammar notes are very useful for an independent learner. Vocabulary is introduced gradually and within the context of the text. Important grammar such as noun classes and tense particles are also introduced in context. Includes appendices, a bilingual glossary and extra readings. Index, xxi, b/w line drawings. 288pp, USA, UNIVERSITY PRESS OF AMERICA, 0761809724

A unit based course which introduces vocabulary and grammatical concepts when appropriate to the context of the lesson. Illustrated with b/w line drawings and photographs. With regular quizes and questions. 290pp, USA. AFRICA WORLD PRESS, 0865430896

1999 CD-Rom

Second edition. Aimed at intermediate level students of Swahili. Twenty six graded and varied reading passages, accompanied by glosses and comprehension questions, all in kiSwahili. Cultural notes and classroom activities for each chapter are in English. Gloss, b/w illus, vii, 362pp, USA. AFRICA WORLD PRESS.

Pedagogical and linguistic perspectives of Swahili grammar followed by exercises and vocabulary lists. Maps, refs, index, 271pp, KENYA. EAST AFRICAN EDUCATIONAL PUBLI., 9966467610

A course designed for those who wish to teach themselves Swahili, but have little or no knowledge of the language. 317pp, UK. LONGMAN

Thirty four lessons starting at beginners level. ill, maps, viii, 274pp, KENYA. KENWAY PUBLICATIONS LTD, 9966250964

Updated edition. This book teaches Swahili in its social and cultural context, by modern and entertaining methods. An ideal beginners' text, it introduces the language from real-life situations in dialogue form, many of them revealing cultural attitudes and ideas. Grammar and vocabulary are introduced gradually and games and puzzles are used to give practice in the language and guidance in punctuation. B/w illus, tables, 352pp, UK. OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS.

A newly packaged edition of this popular series. Eighteen graded units of dialogues designed to teach the learner to deal with common situations whilst in the country. Vocabulary, and grammar is introduced gradually and drilled in exercises. Available as 2x 60 mins tapes or CDs, a book or the complete pack. 334pp, UK. HODDER HEADLINE 0340858362