Translation services

Translation, Interpretation and Transcription Services

Communicating research and programme information accurately requires more than translating individual words. It requires an understanding of language, culture, technical terminology and the context in which the information will be used.

Somali Researchers Association (SRA) provides professional translation, interpretation, transcription, editing and proofreading services for research organisations, government institutions, businesses, academic institutions and development partners working in Somalia.

Language Services

SRA currently provides services in the following language combinations:

  • English to Somali

  • Somali to English

  • Arabic to Somali

  • Somali to Arabic

Every assignment is matched with a language professional who understands the subject, intended audience and purpose of the material.

Document Translation

We translate different types of research, policy, programme and communication materials, including:

  • Research reports and academic papers

  • Policies, strategies and technical documents

  • Questionnaires and data-collection tools

  • Evaluation and assessment reports

  • Project proposals and concept notes

  • Training manuals and educational materials

  • Press releases and public information materials

  • Human-interest stories and case studies

  • Presentations, brochures and booklets

  • Website and social-media content

  • Video scripts and subtitles

We preserve the original meaning, tone, structure and formatting while ensuring that the translated document reads naturally in the target language.

Research Translation and Transcription

SRA has particular experience supporting research and evaluation assignments. Our services include:

  • Translation and adaptation of questionnaires

  • Back-translation of research instruments

  • Transcription of interviews and group discussions

  • Translation of KII and FGD transcripts

  • Translation of informed-consent materials

  • Coding and organisation of translated qualitative data

  • Review of technical and research terminology

This combination of language and research experience helps reduce misunderstandings and protects the meaning of participants’ responses.

Interpretation Services

SRA provides interpretation support for:

  • Meetings and workshops

  • Key informant interviews

  • Focus group discussions

  • Stakeholder consultations

  • Training sessions

  • Conferences and public events

  • Remote and telephone discussions

Our interpreters communicate information accurately, neutrally and respectfully while observing confidentiality.

Editing and Proofreading

We help clients improve the clarity, grammar, organisation and consistency of their documents. This may include:

  • English and Somali proofreading

  • Copy-editing and language improvement

  • Formatting and consistency checks

  • Review of translated documents

  • Technical terminology checks

  • Editing of reports, proposals and advocacy materials

Our Quality Process

Depending on the assignment, SRA follows a structured quality process:

  1. Review the document, audience and intended use.

  2. Assign a translator with relevant language and subject knowledge.

  3. Translate while maintaining an agreed terminology list.

  4. Review the translation for accuracy, meaning and consistency.

  5. Proofread the final version and check its formatting.

  6. Deliver the completed document in the required format.

Back-translation or an additional independent review can be arranged when required, particularly for questionnaires, consent forms and other sensitive research materials.

Why Choose SRA?

Clients choose SRA because we offer:

  • Strong knowledge of Somali language and cultural context

  • Experience with research and development terminology

  • Support for both written and spoken communication

  • Quality review before final delivery

  • Confidential handling of client information

  • Clear timelines and responsive communication

  • Services adapted to the client’s audience and purpose

Request a Quotation

To receive a quotation, send us the document or provide the language combination, approximate word count, required service and expected deadline.

Contact SRA: sra@sra.so

Let SRA help you communicate clearly, accurately and confidently across languages.