French Connection - Links
La francophonie
These organisations have been set up to promote and develop the French language throughout the world.
Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie
Ministère des Affaires Étrangères
Francophone music
A selection of sites on featured artists and musicians from across the French-speaking world
Franco Diffusion - French site promoting francophone artists and producers. The site features interviews, an online magazine, and a guide to who's touring where in the French-speaking world. In French.
Angélique Kidjo - the official site
Youssou N'dour - Youssou N'dour's record label Jololi
World Music - BBC Radio 3 artist profile, Youssou Ndour
Baaba Maal - a biography and review of his music, in English.
More information
Country list:
Québec - the official government site
Sénégal - official site for the Republic of Senegal
Guadeloupe - information for travellers from the Conseil Régional de Guadeloupe, in French
Martinique - tourist and travel information from the Conseil Régional de Martinique, in French and Creole.
You can also check the BBC country profiles on Quebec, Senegal and Algeria.
Online Courses
Talk French
A video introduction to the language in 10 short parts
Post-beginners
Ma France
For French improvers. 24 units with video, key phrases and games. Refresh your language and keep it up-to-date
Your Say
Don't try this abroad!
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