Blogs

Exploring Faith-Based Giving as an Alternative Funding Model for CSOs

This unique study, commissioned and published by WACSI, examined how faith-based philanthropy can serve as a viable funding source for civil society organizations. It opened new avenues for funding while emphasizing the importance of ethical giving and community...

Strengthening Stakeholders’ Collaboration to Expand Civic Space in West Africa

Commissioned by the Fund for Global Human Rights and published by WACSI, this report outlines successful strategies for fostering partnerships that defend and expand civic space across West Africa. By highlighting collaborative approaches, our research promoted a more...

Advancing Financial Sustainability of Civil Society in Africa

This publication by WACSI offers practical insights into strategies that bolster the financial resilience of African CSOs. By identifying key practices and models, the study provided organizations with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of funding and...

Overcoming Development Aid Fatigue: Deciding Together and Shifting Power to Communities in Africa

This groundbreaking study, commissioned and published by WACSI, tackled donor fatigue and advocates for community-led development solutions. Through an emphasis on participatory approaches, the findings encouraged donors and civil society to collaborate more effectively, fostering trust and shared...

The Next Billion Conference

Africa’s digital economy is booming, and as a language professional, the opportunities are limitless. But thriving isn’t just about skills: it’s about knowing how to market, sell, and grow your business. Join us for the 2024 Marketing and...

Kabod Young Professionals Program

Call for Young Professionals in edtech, language tech and international development. Duration: 1-3 months (Volunteers) and 3 to 6 Month (Interns) Location: Remote or in-person (if in Accra, Ghana). Program Overview Kabod is a leading research, edtech and...

Inaugural Launch of Afrolinguals Magazine

The launch of Afrolinguals Magazine on 14 November 2024 marked a historic milestone for the African language services industry. Inspired by Multilingual, a globally recognised publication in the language services industry, Afrolinguals seeks to establish a dedicated resource...

Fullstack Developer with expertise in Flutter

Exciting #Opportunity! We are seeking a skilled Fullstack Developer with expertise in Flutter to join our dynamic team. This role combines web and app development with webmaster responsibilities, including managing, maintaining, and optimizing our digital platforms. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀:–...

Senior Graphic Designer & Video Editor – Kabod Group International

Job Title Senior Graphic Designer & Video Editor / Digital Design Lead (You decide a title!)Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Head of Marketing & Sales (HMS) Industry: International Development, NGOs, edtech and translation industriesJob Focus: Graphic Design,...

Celebrating Two Years of Impact at KLS

https://kabodgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Celebrating-Two-Years-of-Impact-at-KLS-1.mp4 This day marks a special milestone for all of us at Kabod Language Services — our 2nd anniversary! Over the past two years, we have grown, adapted, and thrived, becoming a leading voice in the African language...

The Potential and Opportunities of Large Language Models (LLMs) for the Language Service Industry in Africa

During the recent KLS Talk, moderated by Christian Elongué, Managing Director of Kabod Group, Jourik Ciesielski presented on “The Potential and Opportunities of Large Language Models (LLMs) for the Language Service Industry in Africa.”...

Vacancy: Call for Volunteers as Translators, Interpreters, Writers, Proofreaders, Editors, Video Editors and Graphic Designers

Kabod is a leading language service provider in Sub-Saharan Africa committed to innovation, excellence and serving the African language industry. Kabod is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to join our team in the roles of Translator, Interpreter, Writer,...

Proven Strategies for translators and interpreters to stay relevant in the Era of AI

The language industry in Africa is rapidly evolving. As CEO of Kabod Localization Services (KLS), I witness the immense potential—yet also the intense disruption—brought by AI, machine translation, and digital technologies. By 2025, AI-powered translation tools are projected...

Assistant HR & Operation Manager

Kabod Group is seeking a strategic and hands-on Assistant Human Resource & Operation Manager. This dual-role leader will drive operational excellence, manage cross-departmental alignment, and ensure a strong organizational culture through effective HR practices...
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Kabod showcase language jobs at the 2025 DTI Jobs and Opportunities Fair

Last weekend marked an exciting milestone for Kabod Localization Services (KLS), as we showcased our pioneering work in the language industry during the DTI Jobs and Opportunities Fair 2025, held on July 18th and 19th at the University...

Online Work Africa Summit ’25

.Kabod Group partners with Mobile Web Ghana to organise the 2nd edition of Online Work Africa Summit ’25 to Champion Remote Opportunities. Accra, Ghana — July 21, 2025 Kabod Group International, a leading African EdTech and language service...

Vulavula API Hackathon

On June 29–30, Lelapa AI hosted the groundbreaking Vulavula API Hackathon, a high-impact event where developers from across Africa built cutting-edge multilingual AI solutions using the Vulavula API. This hackathon showcased how African technologists are solving local challenges...

Translating for Environmental Advocacy: Insights from Experts

The Bureau of Translation and Interpretation (BTI) , in collaboration with Kabod Group and Gazania Amara Montessori School, hosted a thought-provoking webinar titled “The Role of Translation in Environmental Advocacy.” The event brought together experts from diverse fields...

Empowering Freelance Language Professionals: GATI and Sopodiva Share Branding and Marketing Strategies

The Ghana Association of Translators and Interpreters (GATI) and Sopodiva Training Centre hosted a successful webinar on June 1, 2024, titled “Empower Your Freelance Career: Strategies for Branding, Marketing, and Communication.” The event aimed to equip freelance language...

Redefining Collaboration Between Linguists and Tech Companies

There are many things that linguists can offer in the AI era. the type of input given to machines, suggesting what type could be appropriate for a given task, and showing machine learning metrics. Though there are other...

Bolingo Consult’s Ami Series Approved as Supplementary Material for Schools in Ghana

The Ami Series, authored by Ami D. Christelle Zami and published by Bolingo Consult , has received endorsement from the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) as supplementary material for Basic 1-3 levels in Ghanaian schools. The...

What Shifting the Power Really Means: Reflections from the Frontlines of Grassroots Grant-making

When I first joined the Catalyst Fund programme under the Shift the Power initiative as part of the Research and Learning Coordination Team, I thought I understood what ‘shifting power’ meant. Like many others, I believed it was...

3 Pathways for Shifting Power in African Development Consultancy​

Why Africa’s solutions must be led by those who breathe its complexities Imagine a $500,000 “sustainable agriculture” consultancy in Kenya, led by experts from Geneva who’ve never farmed in arid soil. Their report—filled with technical jargon and imported...

Afrolingual Magazine Coordinator – Volunteer

Afrolingual Magazine Coordinator – Volunteering Role

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Ce que mon métier d’interprète m’a appris sur le talent

On entend souvent cette phrase : « Il/elle a du talent. » Elle est généralement prononcée avec admiration, comme si le talent était une sorte de passe VIP pour réussir dans la vie. Comme si Dieu, en déposant...

Top 4 Reasons Why LSP.expert is a Strategic Tool for African Translators and Interpreters

LSP.expert stands out as a strategic tool for language professionals from Africa, offering a comprehensive and user-friendly platform tailored to the specific needs of translators, interpreters, and small translation agencies. This management software helps language professionals efficiently handle...

African languages offered at KLS

African languages offered at KLS Language Countries Arabic (North African varieties) Egypt, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, Sudan, Mauritania, Chad, Western Sahara Swahili Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Burundi, Mozambique, Somalia Hausa Nigeria, Niger, Ghana, Cameroon,...

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Navigating the Conflict Between Volume and Value in Interpretation Services

Navigating the Conflict Between Volume and Value in Interpretation Services A global tech company needs interpreters for back-to-back meetings across three time zones. To save money, they opt for the lowest-cost providers. The interpreters, juggling multiple assignments with...

Head of Language Services

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Managing Director Industry: International Development, NGOs, edtech and translation industriesMode: Hybrid Location: East Legon, Accra (Ghana) Deadline: 31st January,2025 Kabod Group (KG) is a consulting firm providing professional services in...

How can translators balance cultural sensitivity with personal beliefs when translating LGBTQ-related documents?

Introduction In the diverse linguistic landscape of Africa, translators often find themselves at the intersection of cultural norms, personal beliefs, and professional ethics. This is particularly evident when dealing with LGBTQ-related documents, a topic that remains contentious in...

Kabod Selected as One of 34 Global Influencers in the Language Industry

Press Release For Immediate Release ​ Kabod Selected as One of 34 Global Influencers in the Language Industry Accra, Ghana – July 24, 2024 – Kabod, a leading language services provider, has been named one of the 34...

“How Can We Better Leverage Machine Translation Strategically in Africa?”

How Can We Better Leverage Machine Translation Strategically In Africa? Introduction Africa’s linguistic diversity, with over 2,000 languages spoken across the continent, presents unique challenges and opportunities for communication and business. Machine Translation (MT) offers a powerful solution...

Vacancy: In-house Interpreter & Translator, Full time

Vacancy: In-house Interpreter & Translator, Full time Location: Accra, Ghana Position: In-House Interpreter & Translator...

HOW TO GROW YOUR VISIBILITY AND COMPETITIVENESS IN THE LANGUAGE INDUSTRY

HOW TO GROW YOUR VISIBILITY AND COMPETITIVENESS IN THE LANGUAGE INDUSTRY...

Call For Contribution | Afrolinguals Magazine – Kabod Group

Afrolinguals Magazine is excited to announce the upcoming release of our inaugural issue and we are inviting Language Service Providers (LSPs), including translators, interpreters, linguists and language professionals, to contribute their expertise and insights. As a quarterly publication,...