Derick Walwang'a
@derickwalwanga
Aspiring Swahili language specialist, writer, translator, and communicative leader.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a BA Kiswahili candidate at Rongo University with hands-on experience in Swahili writing, editing, translation and media work. I have published Swahili literary pieces including a play and a novella, and completed industrial attachment at a local radio station.
I bring strong leadership and organizational skills, confidence with core IT tools (Word, Excel, internet, email), and practical training in driving and entrepreneurship. I serve as class representative for the BA Kiswahili class of 2025 and have engaged in gender and community education initiatives.
I am motivated to apply my linguistic, literary and translation strengths to roles that value clear communication, cultural literacy and creative production, while continuing to develop professionally in media, education or policy-related environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
RUClass Representative
Rongo University
Sep 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Elected class representative for the B.A. Kiswahili cohort, coordinating peers and liaising with faculty to support academic and administrative needs.
Swahili Writer & Translator
Self Employed
Writer, editor and translator of Swahili features and literature with published works (e.g., play and novella) and experience in media through industrial attachment at a local radio station.
Radio Station Trainee
Dala FM
Completed industrial attachment at Dala FM 98.8, supporting program production and gaining practical experience in broadcast operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
RURongo University
Bachelor of Arts, Kiswahili
2021 -
Activities and societies: Class representative B.A Kiswahili; writer, editor and translator of Swahili literature; industrial attachment at Dala FM 98.8
Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Kiswahili with coursework and activities related to Swahili language, literature, translation, and media.
Chianda High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2017 - 2021
Grade: C+
Completed secondary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a mean grade of C+.
Onyinyore Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2008 - 2016
Grade: 323/500
Completed primary education and obtained the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education with a score of 323 out of 500.
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