Language

Sharwa language

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Sharwa (also known as Tchevi, Sherwin, Sarwaye) is an Afro-Asiatic language spoken in Cameroon in Far North Province. There are signs of language shift to Fulfulde.

Sharwa speakers (5,100) are also called Tchévi, which is their largest town, in the southern part of Bourrha commune (Mayo-Tsanaga district, Far North Region). Sharwa is also spoken in the Northern Region, in Mayo-Louti department (Mayo-Oulo commune). They are mostly assimilated with the Gude.

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    Sharwa
    WikidataLast verified: 21 October 2026
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    Sharwa language
    Wikipedia (English)Published 19 December 2022Last verified: 21 October 2026
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    Sharwa
    Wikipédia (français)Published 1 August 2026Last verified: 21 October 2026

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