Nondumiso Nkwanyana
@nondumisonkwanyana
Experienced Zulu language practitioner and court interpreter.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced Zulu interpreter and language practitioner with a National Diploma in Language Practice from Durban University of Technology and over a decade of applied experience in courts, health services, and laboratory settings. I provide accurate face-to-face and phone interpreting, translate legal and medical documents, assist with court record reconstruction, and support language development, policy implementation, and multilingual education materials.
I have a proven record of delivering confidential, culturally sensitive translations and interpreting in criminal, civil and family law contexts, as well as patient- and staff-facing health communications. I combine strong administrative, project management, proofreading and computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with service excellence, flexibility and effective communication to support organizational language programs and improve access to information.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Zulu Interpreter
Utrecht Magistrate Court
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 6 months)
Provide Zulu interpreting and translation services for criminal, civil and family courts, assist with reconstruction of court records, and perform administrative duties including recording cases and drawing case records on request by magistrates and prosecutors.
Zulu Language Practitioner
Department of Health
Mar 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 9 months)
Provided face-to-face and phone Zulu interpreting and written translation for patients and staff, produced and proofread health education materials, and supported language policy implementation and language promotion projects.
Zulu Freelance Translator
National Health Laboratory Services
Feb 2012 - Mar 2013 (1 year 1 month)
Interpreted and translated medical information and documentation, ensuring confidentiality, cultural sensitivity, and accurate communication of complex medical terminology to Zulu-speaking clients.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Durban University of Technology
National Diploma, Language Practice
2011 - 2011
Completed a National Diploma in Language Practice at Durban University of Technology in 2011.
Ndlangamandla High School
Senior Certificate, General Secondary Education
2005 - 2005
Completed Senior Certificate at Ndlangamandla High School in 2005.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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