Best Language Keyboard Africa Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.1 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated August 2026

Finding the right language keyboard africa apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 249+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Language Keyboard Africa Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Keyboard AfricaKeyboard AfricaFree4.8★ (4)NoNoMay 2026
2Gboard – the Google KeyboardGboard – the Google KeyboardFree4.1★ (59K)NoNoAug 2026
3Yoruba KeyboardYoruba KeyboardFree4.6★ (73)YesNoAug 2026
4Kasa KeyboardKasa Keyboard$1.99NoNoAug 2026
5Nkyea KeyboardNkyea Keyboard$1.993.4★ (37)NoNoAug 2026
6Masarak KeyboardMasarak KeyboardFree5.0★ (1)NoNoAug 2026
7Geez Soft KeyboardGeez Soft KeyboardFreeNoNoMay 2026
8Kal Keyboard (Amharic)Kal Keyboard (Amharic)Free4.5★ (7K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Language Keyboard Africa

Keyboard Africa#1

Keyboard Africa by Boyeg Inc

African, Traditional
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.8(4 ratings)
Free
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Type in various African languages with a dedicated keyboard and font. Supports African alphabets and characters across multiple devices, making it easy to write in native African languages globally.

Gboard – the Google Keyboard#2

Gboard – the Google Keyboard by Google

Search. GIFs. Emojis and more.
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.1😐(59K ratings)
Free
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This keyboard app integrates Google Search, GIFs, and emojis directly into your typing experience. It offers features like Glide Typing for faster input and allows you to search and share information without leaving your current application.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent swipe typing
  • 👍 Customizable keyboard themes
  • 🔍 Integrated Google search and translation
  • 💡 Convenient GIF and emoji search

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Keyboard crashes and glitches
  • 🔍 Inconsistent autocorrect and word prediction
  • 🔍 Buggy cursor control and text selection
Yoruba Keyboard#3

Yoruba Keyboard by Moballo, LLC

Your Keyboard to type Yoruba
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.6(73 ratings)
FreeAds
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Type Yoruba fluently with this free keyboard app. It includes essential Yoruba characters like 'ẹ', 'ọ', 'ṣ', and 'gb', which are missing from standard keyboards. Enjoy a secure typing experience without data capture.

More Language Keyboard Africa apps to explore

4
Kasa Keyboard
Kasa Keyboard
Kasa Keyboard
Type in Twi, Ga, Fante & Ewe
$1.99
🔧 Utilities
(0)
5
Nkyea Keyboard
Nkyea Keyboard
Nkyea Keyboard
Type Akan, Ewe and Ga
$1.99

Type Twi, Fante, Ewe, and Ga with special characters and vowel accents. Customize your keyboard with themes or personal photos. Includes an English to Twi dictionary and Ghanaian-themed stickers for messaging.

Type Twi, Fante, Ewe, Ga with proper alphabetCustomizable keyboard themesUse personal photos as keyboard background
🔧 Utilities
(37)
free
6
Masarak Keyboard
Masarak Keyboard
Masarak Keyboard
Type in Masarak Easily
Free

Type in the Masalit language with a dedicated keyboard featuring the full alphabet and common digraphs. Enjoy smart word suggestions, multiple language support, and an offline experience. Customize your typing with adjustable key sizes and themes.

Full Masalit alphabet layoutSmart digraph typingGrapheme-aware backspace
🔧 Utilities
(1)
free
7
Geez Soft Keyboard
Geez Soft Keyboard
Geez Soft Keyboard
Ge'ez Fidel Based Input Tool
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
8
Kal Keyboard (Amharic)
Kal Keyboard (Amharic)
Kal Keyboard (Amharic)
by Lominat LLC
Free

This application offers a streamlined method for typing Fidel characters, supporting both double-tap and slide gestures for enhanced input. It features an advanced word prediction algorithm specifically designed for Amharic, significantly boosting typing speed.

Fast Fidel character typingDouble tap inputSlide input
🔧 Utilities
(7K)
free
9
Typewise Custom Keyboard
Typewise Custom Keyboard
Typewise Custom Keyboard
Private & Large Big Keys Type
Free

This keyboard app is designed for smartphones, featuring a unique hexagonal layout for larger keys and fewer typos. It offers AI-powered editing tools, intuitive gestures, and robust privacy features, ensuring your typing data stays on your device.

Hexagonal layout for larger keysAI-powered text editing (translate, proofread, adjust tone)Intuitive swipe gestures for editing
🔧 Utilities
(844)
freemium
10
K Keyboard - Myanmar
K Keyboard - Myanmar
K Keyboard - Myanmar
Myanmar keyboard & translate
Free

This app offers a specialized typing experience for Myanmar languages with smart reordering and word suggestions. It includes built-in translation for over 100 languages and extensive customization options for themes and layouts. Handy tools like a clipboard manager and text editor are also integrated.

Myanmar Unicode typing with smart reorderingWord prediction and suggestionsBuilt-in translation for 100+ languages
🔧 Utilities
(1)
ad-supported
11
Nigerian Keyboard for Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba
Nigerian Keyboard for Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba
Nigerian Keyboard for Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba
by Nkyea Learning Systems
Free

This keyboard app provides comprehensive support for Nigerian languages, including Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba. It incorporates the full Pan-Nigerian alphabet, making it the only keyboard needed to write all Nigerian languages on your device.

Supports Hausa, Igbo, and YorubaIncludes Pan-Nigerian alphabetFull Nigerian language support
🔧 Utilities
(39)
free
12
Indic Keyboard : 13 Languages
Indic Keyboard : 13 Languages
Indic Keyboard : 13 Languages
Transliteration, Fonts & Memes
Free

Type in English and automatically convert to your chosen Indian language with smart word suggestions. This keyboard works system-wide across all apps, offering a seamless typing experience for multiple Indian languages.

Type in English, convert to Indian languagesPredictive text and smart suggestionsSupports 13 Indian languages
📊 Productivity
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
13
MessagEase Keyboard
MessagEase Keyboard
MessagEase Keyboard
by Exideas
Free

An innovative, non-QWERTY keyboard designed for touchscreens based on scientific research. It features large keys with optimized letter placement for faster, more accurate typing. Learning games and customization options are included.

Non-QWERTY keyboard layoutOptimized letter assignmentTap and drag input
🔧 Utilities
(95)
paid
14
Ekalipi World Keyboard
Ekalipi World Keyboard
Ekalipi World Keyboard
One keyboard for all languages
Free
📚 Education
(0)
15
kasahorow
kasahorow
kasahorow
A keyboard for many languages
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF

Communicate in numerous African languages with a specialized keyboard. Express yourself daily with love in your preferred African dialects, fostering cultural connection through diverse linguistic options.

Support for numerous African languagesDaily expression of loveEmoji integration
📊 Productivity
(4)
free
16
Varta Keyboard
Varta Keyboard
Varta Keyboard
Indic Keyboard (Phonemic)
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
17
Geez Keyboard
Geez Keyboard
Geez Keyboard
by Michael Ghebrebrhan
Free

Type in Ge'ez script across all your applications. This keyboard displays all seven forms of each letter, includes numbers and punctuation, and offers word suggestions as you type.

Ge'ez script inputAll seven letter formsNumbers and punctuation
📊 Productivity
(99)
free
18
Phonetic Keyboard - Multi Language Support
Phonetic Keyboard - Multi Language Support
Phonetic Keyboard - Multi Language Support
by Vamsi Anguluru
Free

Type in various languages phonetically, even if you only know how to speak them. Save your notes locally for future reference. Supports a wide range of global languages.

Phonetic typing in multiple languagesSupports over 15 languagesSave notes locally
🌐 Social Networking
(4)
free
19
EFKey – Swipe Keyboard
EFKey – Swipe Keyboard
EFKey – Swipe Keyboard
Fast & private, with gestures
Free

This keyboard app offers a native iOS experience with advanced gesture controls for faster typing. It features a familiar layout, offline prediction, and robust privacy measures, ensuring your data stays on your device.

Gesture-based typingHold key for symbolsSwipe to delete words
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free
20
Fidel Amharic Keyboard
Fidel Amharic Keyboard
Fidel Amharic Keyboard
Smart Amharic Keyboard
Free
$3.99 | 100% OFF

Type Amharic quickly and accurately with smart suggestions and auto-correction. Enjoy a comfortable layout, transliteration support, and daily tips. Core features are free, with optional lifetime or weekly subscriptions for full access.

Smart word suggestionsAuto-correctionComfortable Amharic layout
🔧 Utilities
(6)
freemium

FAQ about Language Keyboard Africa

What are the best language keyboard africa apps for iPhone?
Keyboard Africa tops our language keyboard africa apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 4 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top language keyboard africa apps we rank are free to download, including Keyboard Africa and Gboard – the Google Keyboard.
Keyboard Africa has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ language keyboard africa apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
To use Keyboard Africa, you need to enable it in your device's keyboard settings. Once enabled, tap the globe icon on your device's keyboard to switch between writing systems and select 'Keyboard African'.
Keyboard Africa is designed to type in several African languages using the native African Alphabet. The app provides a consistent keyboard mapping for African Alphabets, diacritics, and characters.