I am a reliable, self-directed, and multi-skilled translator, transcriber, subtitle editor, and interpreter with a proven ability to translate and interpret written documents and spoken words from a source document to a target language.
Competent in Swahili (mother tongue level), English (professional level), and Tanzanian sign language (essential).
I am a quick learner who can communicate clearly and effectively with people from all social and professional backgrounds.
Flexible in adapting to challenges when they arise while remaining aware of professional roles and boundaries.
I have nearly five years of experience in translation, transcribing, interpreting, and proofreading.
Translation
English
Proofreading
Swahili
Subtitles
Audio Recording
General Transcription
Market Research
Candidate Interviewing
Swahili to English Translation
Language Interpretation
English to Swahili Translation
Emmanuel S.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
$20/hr
4.0
44 jobs
I am a multilingual translator, localization specialist, voice-over artist, and East Africa business support consultant with experience helping NGOs, companies, researchers, tourists, and individuals successfully operate across the region.
Language Services
• Translation and Localization
• MTPE (Machine Translation Post-Editing)
• Proofreading and Editing
• Transcription and Subtitling
• Linguistic Quality Assurance (LQA)
• Content Writing and Adaptation
• Voice Over and Dubbing
I support projects in African and rare languages, including Swahili, Kinyarwanda, Lingala, Chichewa, Hausa, Yoruba, Fulah, Somali, Tongan, Samoan, and other underrepresented languages through trusted language networks.
Business, Travel & Relocation Support in East Africa
I assist NGOs, companies, investors, expatriates, tourists, and individuals with:
• House and apartment rental searches
• Hotel and accommodation bookings
• Office space identification and setup support
• Relocation assistance for international staff and consultants
• Business registration guidance
• Business licences and permit application support
• Local partner and service provider identification
• Logistics and travel coordination
• Airport pickup and local transportation arrangements
• East Africa market entry support
• Event and meeting coordination
Tourism & Travel Support
I help visitors discover the best destinations across East Africa, including:
• Safari planning and coordination
• National parks and wildlife experiences
• Cultural and heritage tourism
• Mountain trekking and adventure tourism
• Beach holidays and island destinations
• Business and conference travel arrangements
I provide practical support for travel throughout Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and other East African countries.
Why Work With Me?
• Extensive experience working with NGOs, development partners, and international organizations
• Strong knowledge of East African business and regulatory environments
• Reliable communication and fast turnaround
• Professional, confidential, and client-focused service
• High-quality deliverables tailored to local contexts
Whether you need language services, relocation assistance, tourism support, business setup guidance, or local market expertise, I am committed to helping you achieve your goals efficiently and professionally.
Let's discuss how I can support your project in East Africa.
General Transcription
English to Swahili Translation
Voice Recording
Web Design
Voice-Over
Swahili to English Translation
Voice Acting
Graphic Design
Drone Videography
Videography
Video Shoot
Desktop Publishing
Graphic Design Software
Language Instruction
Remigius T.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
$10/hr
5.0
7 jobs
Remigius Thadeo is a rising and brilliant Medical Doctor based in Tanzania, East Africa, currently working with the Ministry of Health of Tanzania. He is passionate about medicine and possesses strong clinical knowledge, with over five years of experience in daily clinical practice across Sub-Saharan Africa. He is fluent in both Swahili and English. His professional services include, but are not limited to, medical transcription, medical proofreading, and Swahili-English translation.
English
Proofreading
Medical Transcription
Academic Proofreading
Swahili
Medical Billing & Coding
Medical Condition Coding
Data Cleaning
Data Collection
Medical Editing
Data Analysis
Medical Terminology
Medical Narration
Goodluck G.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
$25/hr
5.0
31 jobs
Hi, I'm a native Swahili speaker with a degree in Computer Engineering and IT from the University of Dar es Salaam. I have worked as a translator for over nine years translating a wide range of projects from religious writings, poems, songs, blog posts, game contents, website content, video subtitles etc.
English
Adobe Audition
Audacity
Animation
Voice-Over
Illustration
2D Animation
Adobe Flash
English to Swahili Translation
Adobe Illustrator
Subtitles
Swahili
Adobe Photoshop
Aegisub
Filbert M.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
$20/hr
4.9
86 jobs
🌍 Tanzania Business, Research, Tourism & Language Consultant
Hello and welcome!
I am a Tanzania-based consultant with experience in language services, market research, environmental projects, tourism coordination, and international business facilitation. Over the years, I have worked with clients from Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America, helping them communicate effectively, conduct research, navigate local markets, and connect with opportunities in Tanzania.
My professional background combines expertise in translation and interpretation, biodiversity and environmental research, tourism, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural communication. This allows me to support individuals, companies, NGOs, researchers, and institutions seeking reliable local expertise in Tanzania and East Africa.
💼 Services I Offer
✅ English ↔ Swahili Translation & Interpretation
✅ Market Research & Data Collection
✅ Business Facilitation and Import/Export Support
✅ Supplier Sourcing and Product Verification in Tanzania
✅ Tourism Consultation and Travel Coordination
✅ Local Partner Identification and Stakeholder Engagement
✅ Environmental and Biodiversity Research Support
✅ Survey Administration and Community Engagement
✅ Transcription, Proofreading, and Localization
🌍 Tanzania Business & Trade Support
I assist international clients interested in exploring business opportunities in Tanzania by providing market insights, supplier verification, local coordination, business communication support, and import/export guidance. Whether you are looking for agricultural products, natural resources, tourism opportunities, or local partnerships, I can help facilitate connections and provide reliable local support.
🏔️ Tourism & Cultural Expertise
Having extensive experience working with visitors, researchers, and international partners, I provide tourism guidance, travel planning support, cultural orientation, and destination information across Tanzania. From wildlife destinations and cultural experiences to Mount Kilimanjaro and other adventure tourism activities, I help clients better understand and navigate the local context.
🌐 Why Work With Me?
✔ Strong local knowledge of Tanzania
✔ International experience in Japan and Europe
✔ Professional communication and project coordination
✔ Reliable, culturally aware, and detail-oriented
✔ Committed to quality and long-term partnerships
I look forward to helping you achieve your goals in Tanzania and beyond.
Swahili
SEO Writing
Climate Science
English to Swahili Translation
Article Writing
Technical Translation
GIS
Agriculture & Forestry
Geospatial Data
Spatial Analysis
Remote Sensing
Python
Data Scraping
Machine Learning
Bioinformatics
Julius P.
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
$35/hr
4.9
264 jobs
With 8 Years of English-Swahili Translation Expertise across Technical, Legal, iGaming, Casino, Sports Betting, Engineering, Crypto & Blockchain, Forex, Financial, App, E-Learning, Christian texts, Software, and Medical Fields, I have translated Over One Million Words. Trusted by Corporate Companies, I am Committed to Delivering Quality Translation.
WORKING WITH ME, YOU WILL:
🤑 10X YOUR REVENUE by taking my high-quality work straight to your clients and turning them into long-term/repeat clients.
💸 NEVER LOSE MONEY AGAIN by losing clients due to poor quality of translation.
⌚ SAVE TIME and escape babysitting linguists with tons of excuses and who miss deadlines.
🥵 STOP STRUGGLING looking for backup translators. I am a reliable professional, always available to help.
WE MAY BE A GOOD FIT IF:
🎯 You are interviewing tens of translators in the queue and you want the BEST.
🎯 You've hired a translator and along the way, you notice they are doing a shoddy job or unable to proceed and you're looking for a backup translator for extra fast delivery.
🎯 You are looking for a translator who will give you CLIENT-READY WORK and not a bunch of excuses or work that needs tons of editing.
🎯 You are after native Swahili, 100% human translation, of East Africa's accent (Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda).
🎯 You are unsure of the quality of your translation and you want a quality assurance check.
⚠️ Unfortunately, not every business is my client. We might not be a good fit if you want it done CHEAP. Remember the saying, cheap is EXPENSIVE. Additionally, for clients who want a test to assess my translation skills, I offer it for a fee (not for free - as in "free" beer!).
ABOUT ME:
I'm a Medical Doctor by profession (Currently pursuing Master of Medicine in Surgery) and a Multi-skilled Business Leader with 8 years of experience in the translation industry. I submit accurate and faithful translations that precisely convey the meaning of the source text. I achieve this by carefully choosing the words that best conform to the grammar, syntax, and idiom of the target language.
To stay updated as an industry leader, I have completed training at the RWS Group on the Linguistic AI Certification.
I have covered concepts such as:
- Machine Translation (MT)
- Machine translation technologies, including Neural Machine Translation (NMT) and Large Language Models (LLMs)
- Machine Translation Post-Editing (MTPE)
- Deep learning and Generative AI (GenAI)
- Linguistic AI innovations, and more
⚙️ TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY:
Experienced with CAT tools such as SDL Trados, Smartling, Crowdin, XTM, and MemoQ, ensuring consistency and quality with fast turnaround times. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Notepad ++, AutoCAD, Flash, Adobe InDesign, Aegisub, WordPress, and more.
COMMITMENT TO CONFIDENTIALITY:
All client information is handled with the utmost confidentiality and will never be disclosed.
📊 STATS:
🚀 More than 90% of my Upwork clients are recommending my service.
🚀 More than 80% of my Upwork clients are long-term/repeat clients.
🚀 I started working on Upwork as a translator in 2018. In 2019, I earned the TOP-RATED badge (representing the top 10% of talent on Upwork), holding it for seven years now.
WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR IN A NEW CLIENT:
🧠 An open-minded and flexible person who values relationships and integrity. A great communicator and someone who wants the BEST.
NELSON MANDELA ONCE SAID:
"If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart."
Let me talk to your audience in their language.
WE MATCH? NEXT STEPS:
Tap the green "Invite to Job" button in the top right-hand corner and let's discuss your project including your expectations.
UP WE GO! 💚🚀
Last updated: 05/06/2026.
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Official Documents Translation
Swahili
Science & Medical Translation
Legal Translation
Live Interpretation
Technical Translation
Swahili to English Translation
Language Interpretation
English to Swahili Translation
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Cultural Adaptation
Mobile App Localization
Editing & Proofreading
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