South Africa is a diverse country with many languages spoken, so there is a high demand for translation and interpretation services. In the judge Mbenenge tribunal, Xhosa interpreters had everyone talking about their flair for the language, and the accuracy of the interpretation. However, there is a shortage of interpreters and translators. The South African Constitution states that citizens have the right to be tried in their language of choice. However, there are not enough qualified interpreters. In health care, most healthcare settings in South Africa lack trained interpreters. This can lead to language barriers that impact patient care. Lerato Mbele was in conversation with South African Sign Language Interpreter – Nthabiseng Ndhlovu and Head of the Department of Translation and Interpreting Studies – Professor Alice Leal. 

 

South Africa is a diverse country with many languages spoken, so there is a high demand for translation and interpretation services. In the judge Mbenenge tribunal, Xhosa interpreters had everyone talking about their flair for the language, and the accuracy of the interpretation. However, there is a shortage of interpreters and translators. The South African Constitution states that citizens have the right to be tried in their language of choice. However, there are not enough qualified interpreters. In health care, most healthcare settings in South Africa lack trained interpreters. This can lead to language barriers that impact patient care. Lerato Mbele was in conversation with South African Sign Language Interpreter &ndash; Nthabiseng Ndhlovu and Head of the Department of Translation and Interpreting Studies &ndash; Professor Alice Leal.&nbsp;
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POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Ndlozi also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

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