Africa's LSP Podcast

In this episode, we look into the world of language preservation with Franca Ụmásoyé Igwe, a passionate language advocate. Discover how she's leveraging technology to revitalize the Ekpeye language, a Niger-Congo language spoken in Nigeria. Learn about her innovative initiatives, including online language courses and multimedia projects, and how they're empowering the next generation of Ekpeye speakers.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search for ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Africa's LSP Podcast is a monthly podcast that dives into the world of language services in Africa. In a recent episode, Dr. Wycliffe Masezerano, a researcher in governance and regional integration, joined the show to discuss his PhD thesis on language policy and trade language in the East African Community, with a focus on Kiswahili in Rwanda.

This podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan. Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com ⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search for ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’). Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Africa's LSP Podcast welcomes Somali linguist and localization expert, Abdikadir Hassan Yussuf, to discuss the intricacies of localizing content, product and services for Somali market. In this episode, Abdikadir shares valuable insights on:

Africa’s LSP Podcast is also available in all major podcasts libraries. From Spotify to Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts to YouTube.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services company, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

In this episode, we sit down with Omusula W. Omuholo, a PhD Researcher at the School of Journalism and Communication, University of Oregon exploring the intersection of language, culture, and identity in Zulu film. Omusula shares insights into her research, focusing on how language plays a crucial role in preserving and representing Zulu cultural identity in a globalized world.

We delve into the complexities of indigenizing cultural identity, discussing the significance of indigenous languages, the impact of globalization, and the challenges faced by filmmakers in portraying African cultures authentically.

Join us as we explore the power of language in shaping cultural narratives and the importance of supporting indigenous languages in the film industry.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search for ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Localizing websites for African languages can be a daunting task requiring the use of complex translation management systems and tools. In addition, localizing websites for African languages goes beyond web development and translation; it is a journey of exploration and learning. It involves reaching out to communities, understanding their unique linguistic and cultural values, and bringing these elements to life on the digital canvas.

In this episode of Africa's LSP Podcast, Kelvin Samuel Klutse, a web development manager at Bolingo Consult shares insights and best practices for website localization, especially for African Languages.

Africa's LSP Podcast is also available in all major podcasts libraries. From Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts to YouTube.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services company, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

This episode of Africa's LSP Podcast features a discussion with a team of researchers who studied the intersection of multilingualism, language policy, and economic opportunities in Ghana.

The researchers, Dr Colin Reilly, a Lecturer in Linguistics at the University of Stirling, Dr Angela Gayton, a Lecturer in Applied Linguistics and Education at the University of Glasgow, and DrElvis ResCue a Human Resource Professional and Applied Linguist, discuss their motivations for the study, the methodology, and key findings. They highlight the importance of multilingualism in the Ghanaian job market. Learn more from their reasarch titled ⁠"Language and employment in Ghana: capturing the multilingual reality."⁠

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

This episode of Africa's LSP Podcast explores the language choices among Tanzanian Instagram users. Our guest, Carolyne Ulomy, sheds light on her research into the factors that influence language choices among Tanzanian Instagram users.

We'll delve into the factors influencing these choices, from national languages like Swahili to lesser-known community languages. Carolyne will also discuss how social media platforms can better support this rich tapestry of languages and the potential implications of a growing multilingual online space in Tanzania and Africa.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and major audiobook platforms (search for ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

In this episode, we delve into the pivotal role of the Association of Language Companies in Africa (ALCA) in elevating the visibility of the language industry across the continent. Join us as we sit down with Christiana Aboagye, the coordinator of ALCA, to explore how the association is working tirelessly to enhance recognition and appreciation for language professionals in Africa.

From engaging with governments and civil society organizations to advocating for ethical standards and professionalism, discover how ALCA is driving positive change and fostering growth within the language services sector in Africa.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Recorded and edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children’s book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms (search for ‘Ami Series Volume 1 & 2’).

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Africa's rich linguistic tapestry, with its many low-resource languages, offers a unique challenge for localization project managers. Our guest for this episode is Mary Mawuena Nanafi, a project manager at Bolingo Consult with extensive experience in managing low-resource language projects. She will dive into practical tools and strategies to navigate the uncertainties inherent in managing such projects.

She will also explore a crucial, often overlooked aspect: navigating uncertainties. Join us to discover how to overcome these challenges and streamline your African localization projects focused on low-resource languages!

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Recorded and edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms (search for 'Ami Series Volume 1 & 2').

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

In this captivating episode, we delve into the fascinating world of Ghanaian languages with our esteemed guest, Belinda Missaah Tuffour, an MPhil researcher from the University of Education, Winneba - Ajumako.

Belinda’s study seeks to comparatively examine the tone usage within specific syntactic structures in these two Akan dialects. Belinda is investigating how tones manifest in pronominals, nouns, and verbs across both dialects, as well as gathering acoustic evidence to compare pitch values. She also explores the underlying phonological and tonal rules governing these variations.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a language services provider, and hosted by Grace Hammoah Agyemang. Recorded and edited by Frank Boakye Gyan.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on our next episode, please send us an email via podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Welcome to the finale of Season 3 of Africa's LSP Podcast. As we bid adieu to another remarkable journey through languages, cultures, and localization across Africa, we're here to take a deep dive into the essence of this enriching season. Join me, as we rewind, reflect, and revel in the invaluable insights, diverse perspectives, and remarkable moments that Season 3 has brought to our listeners. Let's dive in!

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Join us for an insightful journey into the intricate fabric of the Khoikhoi language and heritage with our esteemed guest,Jeffrey Oarasib Hartzenberg, an advocate and activist for the revival of Khoikhoi. In this episode, Jeffrey shares his passionate endeavors in resurrecting and celebrating the beauty and relevance of the Khoikhoi language. Tune in to discover the compelling narrative of Khoikhoi's renaissance, guided by Jeffrey's unwavering dedication and advocacy

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Delve into the rich tapestry of multilingualism and cultural preservation in this enlightening episode, featuringDenise Amankwah. Denise unravels the layers of her insightful study, 'English on a Pedestal', where she sheds light on the intricate language attitudes and practices of bilingual African parents and Early Years Professionals in the diaspora.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Embark on a journey through the captivating realm of localization with our esteemed guest,Louise Callcott-Stevens, in this enlightening episode of Africa's LSP Podcast. Join us as we explore the profound impact ofEarCandy's contributions to Africa's linguistic landscape. Louise shares her invaluable insights on the dynamic field of localization, from dubbing to subtitling, and how it Welcome to the world of limitless possibilities in the realm of language and culture.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠⁠.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit ⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠ to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Let's delve into the vibrant world of African children's literature with our guest,Christelle Zami, on this illuminating episode of Africa's LSP Podcast. Join us as we unravel the enchanting journey behind 'Ami Series' and Christelle's remarkable dedication to localizing children's stories across the continent. Discover how her work transcends borders, empowering young minds through the magic of culturally rich storytelling. Tune in to explore the boundless potential of African children's literature, where imagination knows no limits. Welcome to a world of stories, inspiration, and the remarkable impact of localization.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠⁠.

Bolingo Consult has published Ami Series, a children's book on the environment, which is available in seven (7) languages: Arabic, English, Ewe, French, Kiswahili, Twi, and Zulu. Visit⁠www.books.bolingoconsult.com⁠to get a copy. The English audiobook version is also available on Spotify, Kobo, Google, and other major audiobook platforms.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Step into the captivating world of translation and cultural preservation on Africa's LSP Podcast, where we engage withSopuru Egbodo, a skilled Content Writer and Translator. In this episode, we explore Sopuru's fascinating journey in bridging language divides through his expertise in Igbo and Nigerian Pidgin English translation. Join us as we uncover the nuances, challenges, and unique aspects of these languages. Discover how Sopuru navigates the intricacies of translations for various target audiences across different industries, ensuring cultural accuracy and linguistic depth. Tune in to gain valuable insights into language trends, digital evolution, and the future of translation services in Africa.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Translation into Nigerian Languages: A Guide to Finding the Best Nigerian Translators for Your Translation Project

Join us on Africa's LSP Podcast as we delve into the inspiring work ofTheovision Internationalin spreading the Gospel across Africa in local languages. Our guest,Theodore Philip Asare, the Executive Vice President of Theovision, shares the organization's mission to serve the Body of Christ and demonstrate the love of Christ through audio recordings of the Bible. Discover the challenges they've encountered, their collaboration with language service providers, and the profound impact their recordings have had on African communities. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on promoting multilingual communication and empowering African languages with Theovision International.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠⁠Bolingo Consult⁠⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠⁠Nat King Taylor⁠⁠. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Join us on Africa's LSP Podcast as we embark on a captivating journey into the world of conference interpreting with the remarkablePaul Thierry. In this episode, we explore the art of bridging language divides and delving into the intricacies of multilingual communication. Discover the behind-the-scenes experiences, challenges, and triumphs of a freelance conference interpreter, as he takes us through a typical day in his job. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Paul, as he gives us insights into the vital role played by interpreters in international events.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by ⁠Bolingo Consult⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by ⁠Nat King Taylor⁠. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Join us in this insightful episode of Africa's LSP Podcast as we sit withChristian Elongue, a Knowledge Management Consultant and Managing Director of Kabod Group, a Language Service Company in Africa. Christian, in this episode, offers insights into the most exciting developments currently happening in the language services industry in Africa. From discussing important skills and attributes for language service providers, to overcoming challenges, and ensuring culturally and linguistically appropriate services, Christian provides a wealth of knowledge for anyone looking to break into the industry or stay on top of trends and developments. Tune in to discover how the intersection of knowledge management and language services is shaping the industry in Africa.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by⁠Bolingo Consult⁠, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by⁠Nat King Taylor⁠. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Join us for an insightful conversation withOluwadamilare Igbayiloye, a Yoruba language coach and content creator. In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of the Yoruba language. Damilare shares her insights on the beauty and complexity of Yoruba, her rollercoaster journey of how she came to study Yoruba instead of Law, her work with Akonilede Yoruba, an online platform revolutionizing Yoruba language learning, and her experiences as a language service provider. Whether you're an LSP, a language enthusiast, a native speaker, or simply curious about Yoruba, you won't want to miss this insightful conversation.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you byBolingo Consult, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted byNat King Taylor. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

In this episode of Africa's LSP podcast, we dive into the world of African language preservation and promotion withSylvain Agbolo, an African language activist, Ecowas freelance translator, and founder of the Multilingualism Week Conference. Sylvain shares his personal journey as an African language activist and his passion for preserving African languages. He also discusses the importance of translation and interpretation in the promotion of African languages, as well as his own experience working with various African and international languages. Join us for an insightful conversation on the significance of African languages and the efforts being made to ensure their preservation and promotion.
Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you byBolingo Consult, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted byNat King Taylor. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.
Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Dr. Michael Meeuwisis an expert in the Lingala language and African Social Linguistics. As a Professor at Ghent University in Belgium, he has dedicated his academic career to advancing the understanding and preservation of Lingala, its rich cultural heritage, and its impact on the African society. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of Lingala with Dr. Meeuwis on the Africa's LSP Podcast.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Consult, a Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by Nat King Taylor. Bolingo Consult has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

IsiZulu is a Southern Africa language with about 12 million speakers. In this episode of Africa’s LSP Podcast, our guest is Qhawekazi Phelakho, IsiZulu Language Practitioner and native of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo, a Regional Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. Bolingohas developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

In this month’s episode, our guest is Arnaud Bizongwako, a professional Interpreter and Translator for French-English-Kirundi. He holds a Master of Arts in Conference Interpreting from the Pan-African University Institute for Governance, Humanities and Social Sciences. Bizongwako speaks about Kirundi and what to watch out for when localizing tech platforms into the language, which is the only national language in Burundi.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo, a Regional Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. Bolingo has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

Nutifafa Feyi is an astute Èʋegbe (Ewe) language professional and a member of the Ewe Commission, which is constituted by the African Academy of Languages (ACALAN) under the tutelage of the African Union. Èʋegbe is a Niger–Congo language spoken primarily in south-eastern Ghana and in Togo. In this episode of the podcast, Nutifafa pours out her passion for the language and shares her views on the promotion of Èʋegbe and African languages in general.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo, a Regional Multiple Language Services Provider, and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. Bolingo has developed African country guides for Tanzania, Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine, your go-to source for language industry news.

In this month’s episode, our guest is Ebenezer Kobinah Offen, a Fante teacher and translator. Ebenezer holds a Bachelor's degree in Fante Education from the University of Education, Winneba in the Central Region of Ghana. He shares his passion for Fante, a language spoken by 6 million people in Ghana, and explains the fascinating history of the Fante people and their language.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo, a Regional Multiple Language Services Provider. We have developed African country guides for Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso, Egypt and Senegal. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

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The inaugural edition of the African Languages Week was held from 24 to 30 January 2022, and Bolingo is proud to have been actively involved in promoting African languages throughout the celebration. In this episode of the podcast, we delve into the work of the African Academy of Languages (ACALAN), the African Union institution that initiated the African Languages Week. Ady Namaran Coulibaly holds a conversation with its Executive Secretary, Dr. Lang Fafa Dampha about the objectives and mission of ACALAN as well as its various programmes.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo, a Regional Multiple Language Services Provider. We have developed African country guides for Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso and Egypt. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com.

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We’re excited to launch Season 2 of Africa’s LSP Podcast! As promised, this year we’re focusing solely on African languages. In this first episode, we discuss Kiswahili, an official language of the African Union and the lingua franca in most of East Africa and parts of Central and Southern Africa. Our guest is Paul Warambo, Kiswahili translator and editor, and Kiswahili Language Lead at Clear Global.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo, a Regional Multiple Language Services Provider. We have developed African country guides for Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso and Egypt. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at podcast@bolingoconsult.com / info@bolingoconsult.com or reach out to the host, Ady Namaran Coulibaly via LinkedIn.

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We’re super excited to have produced 11 podcast episodes so far in 2021! As we wrap up 2021 with a twelfth episode, Ady Namaran Coulibaly and Emmanuel Clifford Gyetuah have a conversation about the insights and lessons for the year. These insights are from the work we do at Bolingo, and from the guests hosted on Africa’s LSP Podcast.

Bolingo has developed African country guides for Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso and Egypt. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult Ltd. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at info@bolingoconsult.com or reach out to the host, Ady Namaran Coulibaly via LinkedIn.

In this episode, our guest is Kristine Peltz, a West African languages consultant and a translator and interpreter for Krio, a national language in Sierra Leone. We discuss Krio and its origins, and delve into localization for African and West African languages and all that these entail.

Bolingo has developed African country guides for Cameroon, Ghana, Benin, Burkina Faso and Egypt. Visit www.localizationafrica.com to access these guides for free.

Visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult Ltd. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at info@bolingoconsult.com or reach out to the host, Ady Namaran Coulibaly via LinkedIn.

"I see myself as a kind of accidental linguist," my guest for this episode, Mazhun Idris declared with a hearty laugh as he shared insights from his broad expertise as a Hausa localization expert and language & digital rights activist. Mazhun is a Language Lead for Google Hausa Localization Projects and hails from Kano State in northern Nigeria. We discuss the factors that fuel the growing demand for localization into African languages, the shortcomings and gaps, and most importantly, the myriads of opportunities that await language professionals ready to specialise in localization into African languages.

While you're here, please visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Also, you can check the July/August edition of Multilingual to read about Bolingo’s African Country Guides and visit www.localizationafrica.com to access our free Localization Guides for African Countries.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult Ltd. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at info@bolingoconsult.com

What are the various techniques used in facilitating language acquisition? In this new episode of the podcast, Ady Namaran Coulibaly engages in an enlightening conversation with Ami D. Christelle Zami, a Togolese with deep roots in Ghana. Christelle is a language facilitator, interpreter and translator. Her love for children led her into the world of language facilitation, a field which enables her to contribute meaningfully to their language acquisition. She talks about her experience in the field and the various language facilitation techniques that can be used by caregivers, parents, educators and all those involved in the upbringing of children.

As usual, we invite our listeners to visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Also, you can check the July/August edition of Multilingual to read about Bolingo’s African Country Guides and visit www.localizationafrica.com to access our free Localization Guides for African Countries.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at info@bolingoconsult.com

Our guest for this episode of Africa’s LSP Podcast is Eman Abdo, a game localization specialist and English – Arabic translator based in Egypt. Eman shares her passion for the gaming industry, her beginnings as a game localization professional, the skills required to excel in this field and the processes involved in localizing a game. We also discuss the growth of Arabic in the gaming industry, the dynamics of localizing a game for Arabic-speaking users and many deeper insights.

We invite our listeners to visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Also, you can check the July/August edition of Multilingual to read about Bolingo’s African Country Guides and visit www.localizationafrica.com to access our free Localization Guides for African Countries.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult, and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at info@bolingoconsult.com

In this sixth episode of the podcast, our guest is Lou Aya Douabou, a lawyer-linguist and graduate of the University of Poitiers in France. Aya has been intersecting law and languages in her versatile career path, from working with the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights to utilizing her knowledge and skills within the language services industry. She explains the existing gaps and opportunities for this niche, especially within the African context.

We invite our listeners to visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult, and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. Should you have suggestions about topics we should cover or want to be a guest on the podcast, please send us an email at info@bolingoconsult.com

The COVID-19 pandemic has deeply transformed several professions and also created opportunities for remote work. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the impact of the pandemic on language professionals in Africa, particularly on interpreters and translators. Our guest is Achille Yaya, an interpreter and translator based in Benin, West Africa.

We invite our listeners to visit multilingual.com/AfricaLSP for a 1-year free digital subscription of Multilingual magazine. Multilingual is your go-to source for language industry news since 1987.

Africa’s LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult, and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly.

Africa is home to over 2,000 languages spoken in various parts of the continent. In this fourth episode of Africa’s LSP Podcast, we have as guest Richard K. Nzogi, a seasoned Ugandan translator. He speaks passionately about the need for language professionals to invest in and demonstrate commitment to the growth of languages on the continent of Africa, and describes his experience with the translation of the Bible into his native language. He also sheds light on the benefits of technology in local language translation projects among other issues that impact on the local language landscape in his country.

Africa's LSP Podcast is brought to you by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult and presented by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. For comments and suggestions about the podcast, kindly email us at info@bolingoconsult.com or visit our website at www.bolingoconsult.com

In this third episode of the podcast, we discuss the state of the African LSP industry with Johan Botha who is the Director of Folio Online, a language service provider based in Cape Town, South Africa. Folio Online has been consistently ranked among the top 5 LSPs in Africa since 2010 by Common Sense Advisory. He shares his views on the continent’s LSP landscape, global demand for translation in African local languages, challenges within the industry, scalability of African LSPs and other deep insights about the industry in general. 

This podcast is brought to you byBolingo Communications and Media Consultand presented byAdy Namaran Coulibaly.

We are excited to bring you the second episode of Africa’s LSP Podcast in which we have a conversation with Godwin Houetchenou Missihoun from Benin. He is among the first batch of students enrolled for a B. A. in Translation at the state University of Abomey-Calavi. He speaks about his current programme, and shares his views on keys to excel as a translation student; on the ongoing machine versus human translation discourse; his understanding of the translation industry in Benin and the prospects of translation into Benin’s local languages.

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This is the 1st episode of Africa’s LSP Podcast, presented by Bolingo Communications and Media Consult and hosted by Ady Namaran Coulibaly. In this podcast, we speak with Reine Afaka and Francis Eke-Meteho who are enrolled in interpreter and translator training institutions in Africa. We discuss their academic background; the pros and cons of their current training; their perception about and understanding of the language service provision industry in Africa; the nature of their practice schedule; what they intend to do after their studies and their expectations for the industry. 

Reine Afaka is in her second year for a Master of Arts degree in Conference Interpreting at the Pan African University Translation, Interpreting and Intercultural Programmes (PAUTRAIN) at the Advanced School of Translators and Interpreters (ASTI) in Buea, Cameroon. Francis Eke-Meteho is in his second year at the Pan African Masters Consortium on Interpretation and Translation (PAMCIT), hosted by the University of Ghana, Legon.  

Kindly send comments and feedback about this episode, and suggestions for topics you want us to cover in future episodes to info@bolingoconsult.com. Visit our website at www.bolingoconsult.com

Africa's LSP Podcast is a monthly podcast for the African language services industry, covering trends in translation, interpretation, localization, and language services in Africa. We speak with industry professionals such as translators, interpreters, language researchers, and scholars, as well as African language enthusiasts. Africa's LSP Podcast is presented by Bolingo Consult.

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Soundtrack: Gabriel Heinrich-Rising From Ashes (Remixed for Bolingo Consult by Nat King Taylor)