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Job Title: Early Career Researcher in African Children Literature  

Job Title: Early Career Researcher in African Children Literature...

Job Title: Early Career Researcher In African Philanthropy  

Kabod Group (KG) is a consulting firm providing professional services in Research, Knowledge Management (KM), eLearning and Languages (interpretation and translation from English to French, Portuguese and over 30 African languages). Our clients include both nonprofits and for-profit...

Job Description: Intern in Sound Engineer, Kabod Group (KG)

Company: Kabod Group International Job Description: Intern in Sound Engineer, Kabod Group (KG) Type: Kabod Internship Program (KIP) – Cohort 2 – Paid internship Location: Accra, Ghana (In person or remote) Duration: 6 Month Salary: Negotiable. About Company...

Position: Human Resource & Finance, Kabod Group (KG) 

Position: Human Resource & Finance, Kabod Group (KG) Type: Kabod Internship Program (KIP) – paid internship Location: Accra, Ghana (In person or remote) Duration: 6 Month Salary: Negotiable. About Company Kabod Group (KG) is a consulting firm providing...

Job Title: Intern Community Manager, Kabod Group 

Company: Kabod Group International Type: Kabod Internship Program (KIP) – paid internship Location: Accra, Ghana (In person or remote) Duration: 6 Month Salary: Negotiable....

Together, we will shape the future of knowledge management, eLearning, and language services 

As we pause to reflect on the momentous milestones achieved in 2023, I stand at the threshold of a future rich with promise and potential. Our dedication to providing top-tier consulting and training services in knowledge management, eLearning,...

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Using Knowledge Management to Strengthen the Sustainability of Civil Society Organisation in Africa

Using Knowledge Management to Strengthen the Sustainability...

Kabod Language Services Webinar Report

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Kabod Group worker’s retreat report : Joy Feast 2023

KABOD GROUP WORKER’S RETREAT REPORT: JOY FEAST 2023 Date: December 8th – 9th, 2023 Venue: KGEE Lodge, East Legon Introduction The Joy Feast 2023, Kabod Group International’s Worker’s Retreat, held at the KGEE Lodge, East Legon, was a...

Is Knowledge Management the Missing Piece to Transform the Development Sector in Africa? A Conversation with Gladys Kemboi – Knowledge Management in Africa

Gladys began by highlighting her involvement in implementing the Global Coalition Knowledge Management strategy with the United Nations Development Programme....

“I was introduced to Knowledge Management by my grandfather,” conversation with Sarah Wakuthii

Introduction Africa is increasingly embracing knowledge management (KM) as a strategic practice, yet many organizations face unique challenges in its adoption and implementation. Seeking profound perspectives on this matter, Christian Elongué, representing Kabod Group, engaged in a conversation...

The Map That Shows Whose Languages AI Left Behind

A new UN report on artificial intelligence includes a world map that every African language professional, policymaker and technologist should look at closely. It comes from the EquATE Language AI Readiness Index, and it measures something simple: how...

7 Insights From the UN’s New AI Report (And Why Every Language Advocate Needs to Read It)

Discover 7 key insights from the UN’s latest AI report, including language inclusion, translation accuracy, AI safety, African languages, governance, and why multilingual AI matters for a more equitable future....

Organizing a language event in Africa? Use these 7 insights from 3rd Annual Conference of the Association of Language Companies in Africa (ALCA)

Organizing a language event in Africa comes with unique opportunities and challenges. Here are seven practical insights from the 3rd Annual Conference of the Association of Language Companies in Africa (ALCA)....

What is the demand of language talent in Africa and globally in 2026?

Explore the demand for language talent in Africa and globally in 2026, from AI evaluation and localization to African-language data, certification and language technology....

Certification for African Language Professionals

Africa’s linguistic diversity is one of its greatest assets — and professional language services require skilled, qualified practitioners who understand the linguistic and cultural contexts they work within. Our latest blog explores certification for African language professionals, why...

Why Africa’s Interpreters Need Accreditation, Not Just Training

Why Africa’s Interpreters Need Accreditation, Not Just Training Last week, after a multilingual conference at Movenpick Hotel in Ghana, I spoke with one of the interpreters. She had spent days studying the agenda, building glossaries and coordinating with...

Video Content & Multimedia Associate

The Nonprofit School of Wealth (SoW) exists to document, teach, and amplify the story of African philanthropy: the givers, the systems they build, and the wealth they mobilize for good. We are looking for a video editor and...

Hiring a Project Coordinator, Nonprofit School of Wealth (SoW)

We are not looking for the most experienced candidate. We are looking for the most intentional one — someone who is mission-aligned, systems-oriented, and willing to do meaningful work in an early-stage environment....

Call For Consultants – Kabod Group

At Kabod Group, we are committed to building a diverse and dynamic talent network with experience in the humanitarian and development sector. While not all roles listed are currently active or full-time, we maintain an ongoing interest in...

Bid & Proposals Lead

About Kabod Group Kabod Group is a leading African-based firm dedicated to redefining the development landscape through Research, Evaluation, and Learning (REL). We pride ourselves on our strategic partnerships with institutions such as WACSI, Comic Relief, and the...

Data Visualization Fellow – (3 months — pro-bono)

Join Kabod Group — Volunteer Vacancies (3-Month Pro-Bono) Application deadline: 10th December 2025Duration: 3 months (pro-bono) — Remote or in-person (East Legon, Accra) We are recruiting motivated volunteers to join Kabod Group’s Kabod Young Professionals Program (IVP). These...

Communication & Knowledge Management Officer -(3 months — pro-bono)

Join Kabod Group — Volunteer Vacancies (3-Month Pro-Bono) Communication & Knowledge Management Officer pro-bono fellowships are open for immediate recruitment: Application deadline: 10th December 2025Duration: 3 months (pro-bono) — Remote or in-person (East Legon, Accra) We are recruiting...

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...

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...

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.”...

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,...

Vacancy: Language Officer Type: Full time

Vacancy: Language Officer Type: Full time Open to experienced language professionals in Ghana, Africa or beyond. Location: Accra, Ghana (In person or remote) About Kabod Group Kabod Group (KG) is a Christian organization providing consulting and training services...

How can African businesses increase the economic value of local languages?

By Paula Balinga & Christian Elongué Introduction The KLS Talk event on “Accelerating the Implementation of African Language Policies” was successfully held on Tuesday, 30th May, 2023. This was the second event of a KLS serie aiming at...