Afaan Oromo is a Cushitic language spoken primarily by the Oromo people in Ethiopia. It is one of the most widely spoken languages in Africa, with millions of native speakers. Afaan Oromo serves as a vital means of communication and cultural expression for the Oromo community. The language has its own unique script, known as the Latin alphabet, which was adopted in the 1990s. Afaan Oromo is used in education, media, and government, reflecting its importance in promoting the identity and rights of the Oromo people within the diverse linguistic landscape of Ethiopia.