Englishization of education: A critical look at Africa and Asia

Introduction. Globalization has dramatically transformed existing educational paradigms, with English emerging as a dominant language in academia and the workforce. This phenomenon, known as “Englishization”, particularly affects educational systems in Africa and Asia through their adoption of English Medium Instruction (EMI). The article aims to explore the motivations, challenges, and impacts of EMI in these regions, focusing on linguistic identity, educational equity, and pedagogical effectiveness.