Khoe-San Languages
The Khoe-San languages are a group of indigenous languages spoken primarily in southern Africa, particularly in regions of Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. These languages are known for their unique click consonants, which are produced by creating suction in the mouth. The Khoe-San languages are not a single language but rather a family of languages that share certain linguistic features.
Khoe-San speakers are often associated with the San people, who are among the continent's oldest inhabitants. The languages are critically endangered, with many speakers shifting to dominant languages like Afrikaans or English. Efforts are being made to preserve these languages and promote their cultural significance.