Top Linguists are Translating Tech Terms to Kiswahili

by This NairobiMay 5, 2021

Can you say algorithmic bias in Kiswahili?

"Nanjala, how do you say 'algorithmic bias' in Kiswahili?"
Over the last few weeks, we've been working with leading scholars of Kiswahili to translate key words in technology and digital rights. The full list will be available for download soon and flashcards will be on sale! pic.twitter.com/PFlJLpCkpp
— Nanjala Nyabola (@Nanjala1) May 4, 2021

African languages have been excluded from tech. Not anymore! Writer Nanjala Nyabola partnered with Kiamani Njogu top Kiswahili lingusts to translate key words in technology into Kiswahili. They’ll be publishing the full list for download, and will start selling flashcards soon.

Follow Nanjala Nyabola on Twitter to stay updated on when the final product is available.