You will get high-quality Somali translation done by a native
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You’re here because you need a Somali translation done right — not word-for-word, but meaning-for-meaning. You want it to sound natural, professional, and clear. That’s exactly what I deliver.
Hi, I’m Abdirahman — a native Somali speaker trusted by UNHCR, NRC, NaTakallam, and UK legal teams. I translate everything by hand, with no AI shortcuts. I make sure every word feels like it was written in the target language — not just translated into it.
What do you get when you work with me?
✔ 100% human translation
✔ 3-step quality check
✔ Cultural accuracy that builds real connection
✔ Fast, friendly, and clear communication
Whether you’re submitting court documents, subtitles for a documentary, or localizing your website — I’ll make your message shine in Somali or English.
If you want peace of mind, high quality, and a translator you can rely on — I’d love to help.
Let’s get started. 🚀
Hi, I’m Abdirahman — a native Somali speaker trusted by UNHCR, NRC, NaTakallam, and UK legal teams. I translate everything by hand, with no AI shortcuts. I make sure every word feels like it was written in the target language — not just translated into it.
What do you get when you work with me?
✔ 100% human translation
✔ 3-step quality check
✔ Cultural accuracy that builds real connection
✔ Fast, friendly, and clear communication
Whether you’re submitting court documents, subtitles for a documentary, or localizing your website — I’ll make your message shine in Somali or English.
If you want peace of mind, high quality, and a translator you can rely on — I’d love to help.
Let’s get started. 🚀
Language
English, Somali, SwahiliWhat's included
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Starter
$20
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Standard
$40
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Advanced
$50
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| Delivery Time | 1 day | 2 days | 3 days |
Number of Revisions | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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Silviu K.
Mar 31, 2026
Translation Review
It was a pleasure working with Abdi for the second time. We initially had a longer period project for translation support in Somali, I then followed up for another smaller project.
I will be reaching out to work with Abdi again!
I will be reaching out to work with Abdi again!
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Silviu K.
Feb 14, 2026
English-Arabic (Sudan), Amharic, Tigrinya, OR Somali Translation
Abdi was responsive and professional throughout the assignment. He provided direct translation supports.
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Osman O.
Feb 4, 2026
Confidential Somali to English Translation (1-Page Sensitive Document)
Great experience working with Abdirahman I really enjoyed. The translation was accurate and meet my expectations, delivered on earlier than expected and handled professionally. Communication was smooth and I am very satisfied with the outcome.
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Bear G.
Jan 28, 2026
Transcription Services Needed from English NATIVE Speakers
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Shachar H.
Oct 14, 2025
App Translator / Localization Specialist for Fintech App
About ABDIRAHMAN ABDULLAHI
Certified Somali & Maay Translator & Interpreter | Language Analysis
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Job Success
Nairobi, Kenya - 9:14 am local time
Are you tired of Somali translations that sound correct but feel unnatural to real speakers?
Do you need someone you can trust with sensitive content, legal, medical, humanitarian, or interviews, where accuracy and meaning truly matter?
Are you looking for someone who understands not just the words, but the people behind them?
If yes, then you are in the right place.
My name is Abdirahman Abdullahi Abdi, a native Somali linguist and the founder of Shufeyr Freelance Agency.
I help clients communicate clearly across Somali and English, not just by translating words, but by preserving meaning, tone, and cultural context so your message feels natural, trusted, and ready to use.
🚀 WHAT I DO
I provide professional language services where accuracy is critical:
• Somali ↔ English Translation
Legal documents, medical content, NGO reports, humanitarian materials, and official communication
• Interpretation (Remote / On-demand)
Medical, legal, and community interpretation with clear, accurate, and culturally appropriate communication
• Subtitling and Captioning
Clean, well-timed SRT subtitles for documentaries, interviews, YouTube, and courses
• Transcription and Interview Translation
Accurate transcription and translation of interviews, research recordings, and field data
• Somali Language Analysis
Political, media, and AI content, including tone, intent, and context evaluation
• AI Language QA and Review
Checking Somali outputs for naturalness, accuracy, and correctness
🌍 LANGUAGE STRENGTH
I work across multiple Somali language variations and regional languages, including:
• English
• Somali Standard (Maxaa-tiri)
• Somali (Maay Maay)
• Swahili
This allows me to handle diverse audiences and complex content with precision.
🌍 EXPERIENCE THAT BUILDS TRUST
I have worked with:
• NGOs and humanitarian organizations
• Media and documentary production teams
• Legal professionals handling sensitive documents
• Medical and community-based communication projects
• Fintech and localization projects
• AI and language data teams
Some of my recent work includes:
• Subtitling Somali documentaries with precise timing and readability
• Translating humanitarian and refugee materials with cultural accuracy
• Localizing fintech app content for Somali-speaking users
• Translating and analyzing interviews for research and media teams
• Supporting interpretation needs in community and professional settings
🧠 HOW I WORK
I do not rush into translation or interpretation.
I first understand:
• who is speaking
• who the audience is
• what the message is meant to achieve
This is what allows me to deliver work that feels natural, clear, and trustworthy.
✔ 100% human work, no AI-only output
✔ Strong understanding of dialects and cultural context
✔ Professional tools: Smartcat, Trados, MemoQ, Subtitle Edit
✔ Clear communication and reliable delivery
⭐ CLIENT FEEDBACK
"Abdirahman is easy to work with, but more importantly, he has the brains and work ethic to deliver a great product. I've been very impressed with his abilities on my project and would recommend him to anyone!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"We regularly work with Abdirahman on Somali and Swahili translation projects. He is a great freelancer to work with and always provides accurate and native translations." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"It was a pleasure working with Abdi for the second time. We initially had a longer period project for translation support in Somali, I then followed up for another smaller project.
I will be reaching out to work with Abdi again!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
🤝 LET’S WORK TOGETHER
If your project requires accuracy, clarity, and cultural understanding, I am here to help.
Send me a message or invite me to your job, I respond quickly and I am happy to review your project or even provide a short sample before we start.
Let’s make your message clear, natural, and impactful.
Steps for completing your project
After purchasing the project, send requirements so ABDIRAHMAN ABDULLAHI can start the project.
Delivery time starts when ABDIRAHMAN ABDULLAHI receives requirements from you.
ABDIRAHMAN ABDULLAHI works on your project following the steps below.
Revisions may occur after the delivery date.
You send the document and instructions
Let me know what needs to be translated, any special terms to keep, tone preference, and your deadline.
I translate the content manually and review it
Every word is translated by hand, then reviewed for accuracy, flow, and clarity.