About Transluga

We're African language specialists on a mission to break language barriers and connect people across cultures through professional translation and interpretation services.

Some of our supported languages:

SwahiliLingalaChichewaNyanjaKirundiKinyarwandaEnglishFrenchSpanishPortugueseArabicChinese
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Our Journey

Our Story

Founded in 2018, Transluga began with a clear vision: to bridge communication gaps for African languages that are often overlooked by mainstream translation services. What started as a small team of passionate linguists from the African diaspora has grown into a global network of professional translators and interpreters.

Our founder, Don Nshombo, recognized the need for high-quality, culturally sensitive translation services for African languages in an increasingly connected world. With his background in linguistics and deep cultural understanding of Central and East Africa, he assembled a team of experts who share his passion for languages and cross-cultural communication.

Today, Transluga serves clients from various industries around the world, providing accurate translations and interpretation services that help them reach new markets and connect with diverse African audiences. Our specialization in languages like Swahili, Lingala, Chichewa, and Kinyarwanda sets us apart in the translation industry.

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Bridging cultures through language

15+

African languages

5+

Years of expertise

Why Choose Us

Our Mission & Values

We're dedicated to preserving the richness and nuance of African languages while facilitating clear communication across cultures.

Our Mission

To break language barriers and facilitate clear communication across cultures, with a special focus on African languages that are often underrepresented in the translation industry, enabling businesses and individuals to connect with diverse African audiences authentically and effectively.

Providing accurate translations that preserve cultural context

Helping clients connect with African markets and audiences

Promoting African languages and cultural understanding

Our Values

African Expertise

We specialize in African languages and cultures, offering insights that general translation services cannot provide.

Cultural Authenticity

Our translators are native speakers who understand the cultural nuances and context of both source and target languages.

Global Perspective

While specializing in African languages, we maintain a global outlook that helps bridge diverse cultures effectively.

Our Experts

Meet Our Team

Our team of language experts brings deep cultural knowledge and professional expertise to every project.

Language Expert

Don Nshombo

CEO & Founder

With over 15 years of experience in the translation industry, Don founded Transluga with a vision to break language barriers and connect people across cultures, with a special focus on African languages.

Languages:

SwahiliLingalaFrenchEnglish

Language Expert

Grace Daka

Head of Translation Services

Grace oversees our translation department, ensuring quality and accuracy in every project. She is fluent in 6 languages including several African dialects and has a background in linguistics.

Languages:

ChichewaNyanjaEnglishPortuguese

Language Expert

Diane Mugoli

Lead Interpreter

Diane specializes in simultaneous interpretation for high-profile events and conferences. She has interpreted for international organizations and government agencies across Africa and Europe.

Languages:

KinyarwandaKirundiFrenchEnglish

Language Expert

Calvez Gobbi

Localization Specialist

Calvez helps clients adapt their content to specific African cultural contexts. His expertise in cultural nuances ensures that your message resonates authentically with your target audience.

Languages:

LingalaSwahiliFrenchEnglish
Our Expertise

African Language Specialists

Our specialized knowledge of African languages and cultures sets us apart in the translation industry.

15+

African Languages

We specialize in African languages that are often overlooked by mainstream translation services.

20+

Native Translators

Our team includes native speakers of various African languages with deep cultural knowledge.

98%

Client Satisfaction

Our commitment to quality and cultural accuracy results in consistently high client satisfaction.

Interactive African Language Map

Explore the diverse African languages we specialize in by hovering over different regions of the continent.

Our African Language Coverage

Hover over regions to see languages we specialize in

North AfricaWest AfricaCentral AfricaEast AfricaSouthern Africa

Hover over a region on the map to see languages we support in that area.

Languages We Specialize In

Swahili

Spoken in:

TanzaniaKenyaUgandaRwandaBurundiDRC

Lingala

Spoken in:

DRCRepublic of CongoCentral African RepublicAngola

Chichewa

Spoken in:

MalawiZambiaMozambiqueZimbabwe

Kinyarwanda

Spoken in:

RwandaUgandaDRCTanzania

Kirundi

Spoken in:

BurundiTanzaniaUgandaRwanda

Zulu

Spoken in:

South AfricaLesothoEswatiniZimbabwe
Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

Hear from organizations that have benefited from our African language expertise.

"Transluga's expertise in African languages was invaluable for our expansion into East African markets. Their cultural insights helped us avoid potential missteps in our marketing materials."

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Maria Sanchez

Global Reach Enterprises

"We needed urgent translation for a conference in Kinshasa, and Transluga delivered flawlessly. Their interpreters' knowledge of local dialects made all the difference."

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Jean-Pierre Mutombo

International Aid Organization

"As a documentary filmmaker working across Africa, I rely on Transluga for accurate subtitling that preserves the authentic voice of my subjects. Their work is exceptional."

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Claire Thompson

Horizon Documentaries

Ready to Connect Across Languages?

Let us help you communicate effectively with African audiences through our specialized translation and interpretation services.