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**ebookinfo** · 10-15-2010, 07:50 PM

Well, the president of Senegal came through on his word somewhat by receiving/ accepting one hundred and sixty-three Haitian students via granted scholarships to study in the country. The original promise was to grant a piece of land to Haitians if necessary but that caused some stir among the local population.

However, Wade did not back down from his commitment to helping Haitians who have lost virtually everything due to the earthquake. Since I am pro education in every way, shape and form, I think he needs to be commended for his commitment. Senegal is by no means a rich nation but I think the old Spanish adage applies here- hoy por ti mañana por mí.

I also found it interesting that in the article the term 'francés criollo' is used. In Senegal, French is the spoken langauge so there will be a learning curve language wise for these Haitian students.

Senegal recibe a jóvenes haitianos - Listín Diario Digital

-MP.

10-15-2010, 07:50 PM	#13
ebookinfo Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 392 Senior Member	Well, the president of Senegal came through on his word somewhat by receiving/ accepting one hundred and sixty-three Haitian students via granted scholarships to study in the country. The original promise was to grant a piece of land to Haitians if necessary but that caused some stir among the local population. However, Wade did not back down from his commitment to helping Haitians who have lost virtually everything due to the earthquake. Since I am pro education in every way, shape and form, I think he needs to be commended for his commitment. Senegal is by no means a rich nation but I think the old Spanish adage applies here- hoy por ti mañana por mí. I also found it interesting that in the article the term 'francés criollo' is used. In Senegal, French is the spoken langauge so there will be a learning curve language wise for these Haitian students. Senegal recibe a jóvenes haitianos - Listín Diario Digital -MP.
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