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Habib Sani Yahaya

Professional Translator, Transcriber, and Linguistic Researcher

About Me

Meet Habib Sani Yahaya

I work where translation, research, and cultural understanding meet. My focus is Hausa and English, and I help organisations communicate clearly across language and context. This includes NGOs, research groups, development programs, and teams that need accuracy and discretion. My work is guided by a simple idea: meaning only matters when it reaches people as intended. Many materials fail because they overlook cultural nuance or depend on literal translation. I start each project by understanding its purpose, its audience, and the points where misunderstanding is most likely to occur.

Bachelor of Arts: Journalism & Mass Communication
Chandigarh University, India | (2022 – 2024)
Bachelor of Arts: Mass Communication and Journalism
National Open University of Nigeria | (2021 – 2024)
N.C.E: Linguistics
Federal College of Education, Kano | (2017 – 2020)
Diploma: Data Processing and Information Technology
Guiding Light and Information Technology, Kano State | (2017 – 2018)

AI Data Annotator | Uber
May 2024 – Dec. 2024
Volunteer Translator | Opio Foundation
Sept. 2023 – Nov. 2023
Linguist and Translator | Digital Divide Data
2022 – Present
Translator and Linguist | Translators Without Borders
Volunteer Role, 2021 – Present
News Reporter | The Citizen Reports
2022 – 2023
Researcher | Hausa NLP Project (HausaLLM)
April 2024 – Present

Linguistic Prompt Design Training (RWS) | 2024
AI for Everyone (Deeplearning.AI, Coursera) | 2024
Transforming Youth Talent (Welocalize) | 2022
Introduction to Humanitarian Translation (Translators Without Borders) | 2021
Diploma in Communication Skills (University of Pennsylvania) | 2019
Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management (University of Virginia) | 2020

The Nigerian Institute of Translators and Interpreters (NITI)
Member
2024 – Present

What I Do

I support organisations that need reliable Hausa–English communication across research, development, and community work. Some projects are straightforward translations. Others require deeper linguistic analysis, terminology research, or careful handling of sensitive material. In every case, the aim is to remove uncertainty and make meaning clear.

I work with documents, interviews, educational materials, field notes, and datasets that require cultural and linguistic interpretation. When needed, I check how terms are used in real communities and adjust the language so it reflects actual meaning rather than assumptions.

The value of my work is not only accuracy but understanding context and the impact of misunderstanding. This is why clients trust me with materials that shape program decisions, research findings, and public communication.

Who I Work With

I work with organisations that need clarity across Hausa-speaking communities and cannot afford misunderstanding. Many of my clients operate in fields where accuracy influences decisions, policies, and real outcomes. They rely on translation and linguistic research that respects context and reflects how people actually speak and understand information.

My work is suited for
• NGOs running community programs or field research
• Researchers collecting or analysing interviews and qualitative data
• Development teams preparing reports, training materials, or public communication
• Institutions working on education, social impact, or documentation
• Teams building language technology or datasets that require cultural insight

These groups choose me because they need steady, careful work that goes beyond literal translation and reflects the realities of Hausa-speaking communities.

My Services

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Translation and Language Clarity

I translate Hausa and English materials that require accuracy, cultural fit, and a clear intended meaning. This includes reports, training content, interviews, field notes, public information, and project documents. I also review existing translations to remove ambiguity and ensure consistency.

Research-Driven Language Support

Some projects need more than translation. I support teams that require insight into how language, culture, and context shape communication. This includes terminology research, transcript analysis, cultural guidance for fieldwork, and help with sensitive or complex material. The aim is to ensure the message reflects reality rather than assumptions.

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How I Work

I keep the process simple so clients can focus on their work. Every project starts with understanding what the material is for and who will use it. From there, the steps are consistent. This process keeps communication smooth and ensures the work is correct the first time.

Step 1: Review

You share the document, audio, or project description. I assess the scope, identify areas that need special attention, and give you a clear plan with timelines.

Step 2: Clarify

If something could cause confusion, I ask early. This keeps the work accurate and aligned with the intended meaning.

Step 3: Translate or Analyse

I work through the material carefully, keeping cultural accuracy and audience needs at the centre. Whether translation, transcription, or linguistic research, the aim is to deliver work that is clear, reliable, and ready to use.

Step 4: Review and Finalise

Before delivering the final version, I check for clarity, consistency, and alignment with your objective. You receive a clean file you can use immediately.

Professional Translation & Transcription Services

Helping businesses, content creators, and professionals communicate clearly across languages. Accurate, reliable, and timely solutions tailored to your needs.

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Translation, Linguistic Research

My Work & Case Studies

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Language Data & NLP Linguistic Analysis

Your Partner in Success!

I am available for freelance work! Connect with me via phone: +234 706 670 5504 or email: habibmsani46@gmail.com.