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Expert Translation Services in Cape Town: Afrikaans & isiXhosa Specialists

Cape Town’s diverse linguistic landscape calls for precise, culturally attuned translations. Our professional translation services focus on NGO, academic, and medical documents, ensuring accurate and accessible communication in Afrikaans and isiXhosa—the city's two most spoken languages.

Expand Your Reach in Cape Town and the Cape Provinces

Welcome to our Cape Town translation services page, where we help you connect with over two million home language Afrikaans and isiXhosa speakers.

Translating your content into these two languages can more than double your reach, ensuring your message is understood by a broader audience. Unlike Johannesburg or Pretoria, Cape Town’s linguistic needs are primarily met through just Afrikaans and isiXhosa, making professional translations a key asset for local engagement. Clear, well-translated content fosters trust, cultural appreciation, and deeper community connections.

The most requested languages for translation in Cape Town are Afrikaans and isiXhosa. These languages also reach South Africans throughout the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

As specialists in South Africa’s 11 official languages, we also offer translations for audiences beyond Cape Town. Visit our homepage or visit our FAQ page to see which languages are most spoken in your province.

Professional Translations for Cape Town’s Key Sectors

We provide expert translation services tailored to Cape Town’s major industries, including:

  • Medical and Clinical Translations – Informed consent forms (ICFs), patient information leaflets, parental consent documents, and screening materials.
  • Legal Translations – Accurate legal document translation across various industries.
  • NGO Communications – Community newsletters and reports in clear, accessible language for local audiences.
  • Educational Translations - Childhood Literacy, Foundation Phase, Coding and Robotics and beyond.
  • Academic Translations – University course materials, department websites, and community outreach documents.
# Language Percent Population 2011
1 Afrikaans 34.9% 1 305 269
2 IsiXhosa 29.2% 1 092 088
3 English 27.8% 1 039 727

Translate for Cape Town & Reach a National Audience

Translating into isiXhosa and Afrikaans not only enhances your local presence but also extends your reach nationwide.

  • IsiXhosa – South Africa’s second most spoken language, with over 10 million speakers, particularly in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape.
  • Afrikaans – Spoken by approximately 6.5 million people nationwide, with strong representation in the Western Cape, Gauteng, Northern Cape, and Free State.

# Language Percent SA Population 2011
1 IsiXhosa 16.3% 8 154 258
2 Afrikaans 13.7% 6 855 082
3 English 9.8% 4 892 623

High-Quality, Culturally Accurate Translations

We understand that effective communication goes beyond direct translation. Our expert linguists ensure your message is accurately conveyed, culturally appropriate, and easy to understand. Every document is translated with precision, maintaining both linguistic integrity and contextual relevance.

Get a Quote & Start Your Cape Town Translation Today

Connect with Cape Town’s diverse communities by speaking their language. Whether you need translations for local or national audiences, we provide expert solutions tailored to your needs.

Email us at: info@iitranslation.com Copy to Clipboard with your required languages and deadlines. For a fast, personalized quote, attach your document or provide the word count—we typically respond within five minutes during business hours

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