Sénoufo, Syenara

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Senare, Senari, Shenara, Syenara

155,000 (2010 SIL), decreasing.

Sikasso region: Kadiolo circle.

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5 (Developing). Recognized language (1982, Decree No. 159 of 19 July, Article 1).

Sangaar, Kuleele, Loakloho, Tuvunro, Pomporo, Tagbaar.

Used by all. Positive attitudes. Also use Bamanankan [bam]. Also use Jula [dyu]. Also use Supyire Sénoufo [spp].

Literacy rate in L2: 2% in Supyire [spp], 11% in Bambara [bam] (2007 M. Coulibaly). Taught as subject in some primary schools. Radio.

Latin script [Latn], limited usage.

Traditional religion, Muslim.