In this interview, Radio Overberg’s Maryanne de Villiers speaks with Dr Tessa Dowling, who offers Xhosa courses on Skillfully, and is Senior Lecturer in African Languages and Literature at UCT.

Dr Dowling shares her journey of learning Xhosa, how it has enriched her life, and her unique approach to teaching the language to learners of all ages. “I don’t see any trouble learning it when you’re older,” she says, highlighting that you can learn Xhosa at any age.

If you’re keen to learn Xhosa, Dr Dowling offers two tailored Xhosa courses to match your proficiency level.

Speak Xhosa in Eight Weeks is a beginner’s Xhosa course for those who know nothing about Xhosa but would like to learn Xhosa basics. The Intermediate Xhosa course provides conversation practice for those striving to speak Xhosa fluently.

Don’t’ miss out on this opportunity to enrol in Dr Dowling’s Xhosa courses to become fluent in Xhosa – book your spot now before seats fill up.