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Beta now open · iOS & Android

Learn Shona with a friendly AI tutor

Bantu Learn helps you speak Shona with confidence. Chat with an AI partner that answers in Shona, get instant feedback on your pronunciation, and learn through stories from Zimbabwean culture.

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Bantu Learn's mascot, a cheerful green and yellow bird
Mhoro! 👋
Makadii?

Your first five words

Every Bantu Learn journey starts with everyday Shona like this.

  • MhoroHello
  • MangwananiGood morning
  • Makadii?How are you?
  • NdatendaThank you
  • Ndinonzi…My name is…

Everything you need to speak Shona

Modern AI, rooted in Zimbabwean culture.

AI chat partner

Practise real conversations with an AI that replies naturally in Shona and gently corrects your mistakes.

Pronunciation feedback

Speak out loud and get instant feedback, so you sound natural when it matters.

Offline lessons

Download lessons and keep learning on the bus, on a flight or anywhere without signal.

Stories & folklore

Learn through traditional tales and everyday scenes from Zimbabwean life.

Learn together

Connect with fellow learners and native speakers and practise as a community.

Streaks & badges

Milestones, badges and leaderboards keep you motivated day after day.

Start in under a minute

  1. 1

    Pick your avatar

    Choose a character inspired by Zimbabwean culture and set your daily goal.

  2. 2

    Take a short lesson

    Bite-sized lessons build your vocabulary and grammar a few minutes at a time.

  3. 3

    Speak and chat

    Put it into practice with your AI partner and watch your fluency grow.

Languages

Available now

Shona

chiShona · Zimbabwe

Coming soon

Ndebele

isiNdebele · Zimbabwe

Coming soon

Zulu

isiZulu · Southern Africa

Be one of our beta testers

We're inviting learners to try Bantu Learn early on iOS and Android and help shape the app. Send us a quick email and we'll get you set up.

Email us to join

Questions

What is Shona?

Shona (chiShona) is the most widely spoken language in Zimbabwe. Bantu Learn is made for anyone who wants to learn it, whether you're reconnecting with your heritage, visiting Zimbabwe or simply curious.

Which phones does it work on?

Bantu Learn is being built for iPhone and Android. Beta testers get early access on both.

Do I need an internet connection?

You can download lessons to use offline. Features like the AI chat partner need a connection.

How do I join the beta?

Email [email protected] and tell us which phone you use. We'll reply with your invite.