To learn more about Language Scientific’s Afrikaans Translation Services or any of the other 215 languages that we offer please contact us below. We offer many different African languages for translation.
Language Scientific is the only translation company with deep industry, regulatory and language understanding that enables customized, reliable and timely completion of each translation.
Language Scientific delivers high-quality Afrikaans translation services, specializing in technical, medical, and scientific translation, localization, and interpreting. As a U.S.-based language services company, we proudly support over 1,500 global corporations. Through our specialized expertise, industry-leading quality management standards, and customer-focused approach, we have earned the trust of top technology, engineering, biomedical, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide.
We ensure translation accuracy by following a fundamental principle: engineering documents should be translated by professional translators who are also engineers, and medical documents should be handled by linguists trained in the medical sciences. By combining expert professionals, refined processes, and advanced technologies, we provide a seamless translation experience. Our clients count on us for reliable, high-quality translations with confirmed turnaround times at competitive prices.
To further enhance our service offerings, Language Scientific operates two specialized divisions: the Technical and Engineering Localization Division and Medical and Pharmaceutical Localization and Translation Services Division. Both divisions offer a full range of Afrikaans translation services, ensuring your global communication strategies succeed.
We deliver unparalleled subject-matter expertise through our Advanced Scientific Knowledge network (ASKnetwork™) and deep globalization experience, helping companies in Aerospace & Defense, Chemical, Clinical Research, Energy, Healthcare, Industrial Manufacturing, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, Technology, and related industries succeed worldwide. Our ASKnetwork™ includes over 5,000 specialists—multilingual engineers, doctors, and scientists—who operate across 75 countries on five continents.
To maintain the highest quality standards, we have developed a rigorous Accreditation Program for Technical and Medical Translators and uphold a strict Quality Management System. With ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 17100:2015 certifications, we consistently meet the quality expectations our clients rely on. By working closely with you, we customize solutions that align with your specific needs.
At Language Scientific, we are committed to setting a new Standard of Quality in technical translation and localization. This dedication fuels our success and distinguishes us as an industry leader. When accurate global communication is essential, Language Scientific stands as the trusted choice.
Afrikaans is not only an official language of South Africa but also a recognized minority language in Namibia. With approximately 20 million native speakers, the majority reside in southern Africa. However, Afrikaans-speaking communities have also established themselves in countries such as Australia, Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Additionally, South Africa boasts a highly diverse linguistic landscape, with Afrikaans being one of eleven official languages. Over the past century, this diversity has expanded significantly. Initially, South Africa recognized only English and Dutch as official languages, but the linguistic landscape has since evolved to include a broader range of languages.
| Dialect | Region |
| Standard Afrikaans | All over South Africa and is the most commonly spoken dialect |
| Northern Cape | previously spoken dialect before the Great Trek |
| Western Cape | previously spoken dialect before the Great Trek |
| Eastern Cape | previously spoken dialect before the Great Trek |
| Oorlams | Communities scattered around South Africa and Namibia |
Country: South Africa
Capital: Cape Town
Population: 64.4 m
Constitutional Parliamentary Republic: President Cyril Ramaphosa
Currency: Rand
GDP (ppp): $406 b
Unemployment: 32.6%
Government Type: Constitutional Parliamentary Republic
Industries: Automotive, mining, minerals, tourism, information technology, communicatins, electronics, chemicals, and agriculture
Country: Namibia
Capital: Windhoek
Population: 2.9 m
Presidential Republic: President Hage Geingob and Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa
Currency: Namibian Dollar
GDP (ppp): $12.3 b
Unemployment: 20.5%
Government Type: Presidential Republic
Industries: Agriculture, products, mining, meatpacking, fish processing, and dairy
During the 17th century, the Dutch East India Company established small settlements along a vital trading route connecting Amsterdam to Asia. These settlements not only provided resting points but also served as essential ports for their ships. Most traders in the company originated from the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. Among these settlements, the most prominent developed along the coast of South Africa, a strategically ideal stopping point as it marked the approximate halfway mark of the journey.
As the colony flourished throughout the 18th and 19th centuries, Dutch became deeply rooted in South Africa and gradually evolved. While many South Africans adopted Dutch as their primary language, it remained one of several spoken in the region. Traders primarily used Dutch, whereas slaves communicated in a diverse mix of African and Asian languages, including Khoi, Malay, and other indigenous tongues. Over time, this continuous linguistic interaction unintentionally led to the emergence of Afrikaans.
Afrikaans continued to evolve over the centuries as traders and slaves interacted and shared languages. Initially, it remained recognized as Dutch, but by the 19th century, it had developed into a distinct language rather than just a dialect. Many slaves, who spent long periods in South Africa, played a crucial role in shaping Afrikaans by incorporating Asian influences into its vocabulary and structure.
Meanwhile, most white South Africans today descend from Dutch East India Company traders who chose to stay rather than return to Europe. In the first half of the 19th century, a significant migration known as The Great Trek saw many South Africans move northeast. As a result, Afrikaans dialects split into Northern, Eastern, and Western varieties. Over time, these dialects merged, giving rise to Standard Afrikaans as the predominant form.
Today, Afrikaans remains a major language in South Africa and is widely used by the government and media. However, English has become more dominant in these sectors, while Zulu continues to be the most widely spoken language in South African households.
To learn more about Language Scientific’s Afrikaans Translation Services or any of the other 215 languages that we offer please contact us below. We offer many different African languages for translation.
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