Burundi is set to host the fifth World Swahili Language Day celebrations from July 5 to 7. Alongside the festivities, the country will host the third international conference of the East African Kiswahili Commission, known as KAKAMA. The event will gather delegates from across East Africa and other international regions. A primary focus of the discussions will be the future of the Kiswahili language. Specifically, participants will examine how artificial intelligence is shaping the regional push for the language. The gathering aims to integrate technological advancements with linguistic preservation. This event underscores the growing importance of Swahili in a digital era.