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Personal Assistant to Managing Director

As the Personal Assistant to the Managing Director, you will be the backbone of the MD’s daily operations. This role goes beyond traditional administrative duties—you will be an extension of the MD’s leadership style, helping to drive initiatives,...

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...

ALCA Annual Conference 2024: Forging Robust and Thriving Language Services Companies in Africa

ALCA-Annual-Conference-2024 ALCA invites professionals from diverse backgrounds within the language services industry to share their expertise and experiences at the conference. Interested speakers are encouraged to submit proposals outlining their proposed topics, formats, and key takeaways by May...

HOW TO GROW YOUR VISIBILITY AND COMPETITIVENESS IN THE LANGUAGE INDUSTRY

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

Preserving African Languages through Technology: A Conversation with Olanrewaju Samuel, Founder of Linguistics Island, a Community for Linguists.

Preserving African Languages through Technology: A Conversation with Olanrewaju Samuel, Founder of Linguistics Island, a Community for Linguists. Kabod is a language service provider that specialises in providing quality language services in African languages as well as other...

Kabod Language Services is your trusted partner in breaking down communication barriers.

Are you looking to expand your reach to new people and markets? Look no further! Kabod Language Services is your trusted partner in breaking down communication barriers. Our expert team is equipped to handle : •⁠ ⁠Expert Translation...

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,...

Call for Volunteer: Community manager for ALATT & MATI Communities of Practice

Call for Volunteer: Community manager for ALATT & MATI Communities of Practice Company : Kabod Language Services Job Title : Community Manager Location : Remote Duration : Ongoing Position Overview Kabod Language Services is seeking a passionate individual...

Increasing the offer of KM education and certifications in African Universities – A Conversation with Prof. Madeleine Fombad

In a recent episode of the Kabod Group podcast series, a compelling conversation took place between Professor Madeleine Fombad, a distinguished figure in the field as a Professor of Knowledge Management at the University of South Africa, and...

Turning Data into Knowledge: The Value of Customer Feedback for SME Growth in Ghana 

Turning Data into Knowledge: The Value of Customer Feedback for SME Growth in Ghana How Ghanaian companies can use customer feedback to boost their growth. Turning Data into Knowledge: The Value of Customer Feedback for SME Growth in...

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...

Job Title: Intern Advertising, Marketing and Sales  

Company: Muna Kalati (a subsidiary of Kabod Group) Job Title: Intern Advertising, Marketing and Sales Type: Kabod Internship Program (KIP) – Cohort 3 – Paid internship Location: Accra, Ghana (In person or remote) Duration: 6 Month Salary: Negotiable....

Job Title: Intern Community Manager 

Company: Muna Kalati (a subsidiary of Kabod Group) Job Title: Intern Community Manager Type: Kabod Internship Program (KIP) – Cohort 2 - Paid internship Location: Accra, Ghana (In person or remote) Duration: 6 Month Salary: Negotiable....

Job Title: Early Career Researcher in African Children Literature  

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

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...

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,...

Kabod Language Services Webinar Report

Kabod Language Services Webinar Report...

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...

Fostering Cultural Connections: Language, African Identity and Localization

Have you ever considered the intricate relationship between language and cultural identity? Well, understanding the crucial link between African identity and language is not only an academic pursuit but a practical necessity for businesses engaged in localization practices....

How can Ghana (Africa) make the learning of local languages more accessible, affordable and attractive? 

On November 25th, 2022, Kabod Language Services organised its first Talk on the theme ‘The relevance of African Languages in our field of work’. Panellists were: Ms Ady Namaran Coulibaly, Co-Founder and Operations Manager of Bolingo and Mr...

Why you need to love people to be a good translator – Mxolisi Mlondolozi Ngubane from South Africa

The language industry in Africa is full of untapped opportunities. Kabod has ventured on a journey of identifying, documenting and highlighting inspiring stories and innovative projects from entrepreneurs, researchers and freelancers in the translation, interpretation and natural language...