Hi, I'm

Habib Sani Yahaya

Hausa Software & UX Translator | NITI-Certified | Fintech &
Digital Product Localization

About Me

Meet Habib Sani Yahaya

I work at the intersection of language and digital products. My focus is Hausa and English, and I help teams make their software, mobile apps, and product communication clear and usable for Hausa-speaking users. Many products fail when wording causes confusion or breaks the user flow. My work is to prevent that.

I translate UX copy, onboarding steps, feature descriptions, notifications, and support content; the parts of a product where clarity affects trust and action. I also handle Hausa research, transcription, and linguistic checks when a project needs cultural insight or community-based context.

Linguist & Translator | Digital Divide Data (2022–Present)
Localize mobile app and UX content into Hausa, ensuring clarity, consistency, and a smooth user experience.
AI Data Annotator | Uber (2024)
Supported Hausa data tasks and linguistic quality checks for model training.
Researcher | Hausa NLP Project (2024)
Contribute to Hausa language datasets and model evaluation.
Translator | Translators Without Borders (2021–2024)
Volunteer role supporting health, education, and community communication.
Translator | Opio Foundation (2023)
Supported Hausa translation for community-driven content.

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

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)

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

What I Do

I support teams that need reliable Hausa-English communication in software, fintech, digital services, and research-based work.
Some projects are straightforward UX translations. Others require terminology decisions, cultural checks, or careful handling of sensitive instructions. Whether it’s a mobile app interface, a help-center article, or user research notes, the goal is always the same: remove uncertainty and make meaning clear.
I work with:
- Mobile apps and SaaS products
- Fintech tools and digital onboarding
- Help-center and product documentation
- Interviews, user feedback, and research materials
I adjust language to match real Hausa usage, not assumptions, and ensure the final content works smoothly inside the product.

Who I Work With

I work with organisations and product teams that need clarity for Hausa-speaking users. This includes:

Software and mobile app teams expanding into Hausa-speaking markets
Fintech products needing precise and trustworthy language
NGOs and research groups working with Hausa communities
Teams building datasets or language tools that require cultural insight

Clients rely on me when meaning, usability, and accuracy matter.

My Services

Explore a range of tailored linguistic services designed to meet your diverse communication needs

Software, UX, and Mobile App Localization

I translate and adapt mobile apps, SaaS tools, and digital interfaces from English into Hausa. This includes menus, buttons, onboarding flows, feature descriptions, notifications, error messages, and in-app guidance. The goal is simple: Hausa content that works smoothly inside the product and makes sense to real users.

Fintech and Digital Product Translation

I support fintech teams with clear, accurate Hausa for transaction flows, KYC instructions, security warnings, wallet features, and support content. Precision matters in financial communication, and I make sure the language builds trust, not confusion.

Game Localization

I translate and adapt game menus, instructions, dialogues, and in-game notifications into Hausa. This includes mobile games, educational platforms, and interactive experiences that require natural, culturally aware language.

Research-Driven Language Support

Some projects need more than translation. I support teams that require insight into how Hausa-speaking communities use language in real contexts. This includes terminology research, transcript analysis, cultural guidance, dataset review, and handling of sensitive or complex material.

Hausa Transcription & Interpretation

I transcribe Hausa audio with careful attention to clarity, tone, and context. This is useful for research interviews, user feedback sessions, and content that needs accurate linguistic capture.

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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

Explore projects where language expertise meets cultural understanding.

Language Data & NLP Linguistic Analysis

Hausa NLP Corpus Development

CASE STUDY

Education Translation

Educational Platform Localization (Hausa)

CASE STUDY

Your Partner in Success!

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