Blogs - Kabod Group

How can effective knowledge management drive progress and innovation in agriculture?

In the latest episode of the Knowledge Management in Africa Podcast, Kabod Group had the pleasure of interviewing Mr. Benjamin Abugri, a distinguished professional in the field of Knowledge Management (KM). Mr. Abugri, who holds certifications in both...

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....

Building a Talent Pipeline: Beyond Mere Hiring

This article explores insights shared by HR expert Beauty Erica Kofigah on building a talent pipeline for African firms. It covers strategies for nurturing employees, reducing recruitment costs, and closing skill gaps, while highlighting the role of mentorship...

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...

Championing Igbo Language Preservation: A Conversation with Onyekachi Ogbu, a Young Igbo Advocate

Explore the journey of Onyekachi Ogbu, a young Igbo language advocate and professional, as he discusses his passion for preserving and promoting the Igbo language. This insightful interview delves into the challenges of providing Igbo language services, the...

Call for application_Resource Mobilization Officer

POSITION DESCRIPTION: RESOURCE MOBILIZATION OFFICER, POSITION DESCRIPTION: RESOURCE MOBILIZATION OFFICER, RESOURCE MOBILIZATION OFFICER DESCRIPTION Kabod Group (KG), a premier consulting firm providing professional services in 5 practice areas: Knowledge Management (KM), eLearning, Talent Management and Succession Planning, and...

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...

Nduku Musyimi-Mulumba from Mbôngi Ya Ubuntu and a strong advocate for the KiUbuntu language

Explore the mission of Mbôngi Ya Ubuntu and its efforts to promote KiUbuntu (commonly known as Kiswahili) as a unifying language for African people globally. In this insightful interview with Nduku Musyimi-Mulumba, learn about the significance of preserving...

Vacancy: Business Development Officer, Kabod Group (KG)

Kabod Group (KG) is a consulting firm providing Professional services in Knowledge Management (KM), e-learning and Languages (interpretation and translation from English to French, Portuguese and over 30 African languages)....

Vacancy: In-house Interpreter & Translator, Full time

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

Effective Knowledge Management: The Key to Survival in Farming in Kenya

In episode six of the Knowledge Management Podcast in Africa (KMPA), Kabod Group conversed with Mr. Omondi Yudah, a PhD candidate specialising in knowledge management (KM) in agriculture. The discussion centred on implementing KM practices among small-holder dairy...

Preserving African Languages Through Technology: A Conversation with Dr. Grant McNulty, Director of iAfrika Making The Web More African

Kabod is a language service provider specialising in providing quality language services in African and other Western languages. Our primary goal is to elevate African culture through our languages. Dr. Grant McNulty runs iAfrika Digital where he focuses...

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...

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...