There is no doubt that Kiswahili has gained ground as a language of choice by millions of people in the world. Kiswahili is attaining a prominent status as a Global Language. Check out this:
The programme of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Kiswahili Studies seeks to strengthen the knowledge base of Kiswahili scholars, enabling them to undertake critical analysis of important Linguistics and Literary issues, to conduct and co-ordinate multi/inter-disciplinary research, and to disseminate information and data for sustainable use of the language.