3 insights of this report for the Language Industry in Ghana
ACCRA, Ghana – September 25, 2025 – The future of Ghana’s economy was the center of discussion this week, and the African language industry had a front-row seat. At the launch of the World Bank’s major new report, “Transforming Ghana in a Generation,” Kabod Localization Services (KLS) was there to ensure that language professionals are part of the conversation.
Deborah Tshimanga
Deborah Tshimanga is a Congolese linguist specializing in Lingala, French, English, and Swahili. She brings precision, cultural insight, and clarity to every translation, interpretation, and proofreading project. Having lived as a Congolese refugee in Kenya, Deborah has a deep understanding of linguistic nuances and cross-cultural communication. Passionate about using language as a tool for inclusion and connection, she helps individuals and organizations communicate effectively across languages and cultures.
Joseph Awe
I am Awe Joseph, Full Stack Software Engineer. I specialize in designing and developing scalable web and mobile applications for businesses across fintech, lifestyle, medical, and education sectors. Trusted for building secure, user-friendly, and performance-driven digital solutions. I combine technical expertise with a strong sense of UI/UX design to deliver applications that are not only functional but also engaging. Let’s bring your ideas to life with clean, modern, and innovative software solutions.
Marthe Anémone LOKO BILLE MATIO
Marthe Anémone LOKO BILLE MATIO has a PhD in Translation Studies and is Assistant Lecturer within the Department of Translation and Interpreting of the Faculty of Social Sciences and International Relations (FSSIR) at the Protestant University of Central Africa (PUCA), in Yaounde-Cameroon. Her PhD Thesis was on : “Sciences and Technologies knowledge Transfer in Duala through intersemiotique translation: case study of primary school in Wouri division.”
Paul Warambo
Paul Warambo is a leading translation expert in Kenya and East Africa with over a decade of experience. He holds a Master’s in Kiswahili Studies from the University of Nairobi and is pursuing a PhD. His expertise spans legal, medical, policy, IT, business, humanitarian, and literary translations for organizations including UNHCR, UNEP, World Vision, Save the Children, and the Pan African Parliament. A published translator and trainer, Warambo has trained over 500 translators locally and internationally, and actively contributes to global translation forums. He has also contributed immensely to the language tech development for low resource languages of the continent.
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Sydney Scott Sam
Sydney Scott Sam is a Ghanaian brand strategist and Founder & CEO of Workspace Global, a tech-driven platform that enables African entrepreneurs to access creative and brand services remotely. He has been featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 and is an active leader in marketing and brand development across emerging African markets. Sydney advises Kabod Group on marketing strategy and operational growth
Yinka Iyinolakan
Yinka Iyinolakan is a Nigerian social innovator and entrepreneur, serving as the Founder and CEO of CDIAL. the Centre for the Digitization of Indigenous African Languages. He is an Echoing Green Global Fellow and a PhD researcher in Computational Media and AI for low-resource languages. Yinka brings over a decade of expertise in communications, digital marketing and AI-driven language solutions and he advises Kabod Group on operations and strategy for our localization services.
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