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Maria Mchimbula

@mariamchimbula

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Swahili translator at ProZ.com, translating folklore and cultural stories between Swahili and English.

Tanzania

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What I'm looking for

I'm available for full-time or part-time translation work, including urgent projects. I can work seven days a week.

At Anglican Church of Tanzania Mwanza Diocese, I translated sermons, announcements, and community outreach materials between English and Swahili. I also provided consecutive interpretation at church conferences and community meetings.

As a Freelance Translator on ProZ.com, I work with folklore, cultural stories, general texts, and community development. I participated in the 35th ProZ Translation Contest, translating “The Story of Luanda Magere” from Swahili to English.

I focus on translating meaning and feeling, not just words, so my translations sound simple, direct, and natural. My work includes proofreading, editing, interpretation, and localization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Freelance Translator

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ProZ.com

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Active member of ProZ.com, the world's largest translator community. Participated in the 35th ProZ Translation Contest and specializes in folklore, cultural stories, and general texts.

Translation Cultural Context Translation Folklore Proofreading Editing Localization

Local Translator

Anglican Church of Tanzania Mwanza Diocese

Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)

Translated sermons, church announcements, and community outreach materials between English and Swahili. Provided consecutive interpretation during church conferences and community meetings.

Translation Interpretation Cultural Sensitivity Swahili English

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Rural Development Planning

Bachelor's Degree, Social Science

2020 - 2024

Focused on community development, research methods and social communication. Developed strong academic writing and analytical skills in both Swahili and English.