About the Sepedi language.
Sepedi is one of South Africa's official languages. It is spoken mainly in Limpopo, and also in Gauteng and Mpumalanga. It is also known as Sesotho sa Leboa, or Northern Sotho. It belongs to the Sotho-Tswana group of languages, alongside Sesotho and Setswana, and is written in the Latin alphabet. Other Bantu languages we translate include Bemba, Chichewa, Otjiherero and Kimbundu.
Sepedi is not Sesotho. The two are related, but they are separate languages with their own vocabulary and spelling. Documents sometimes arrive labelled "Sotho" when they are Sepedi, so we check the source language before quoting. Register matters. Government and community communication usually needs plain, respectful wording that reads naturally, not a word-for-word rendering of English.
We translate in both directions. Sepedi to English work is usually personal and official documents. English to Sepedi work is usually public information, government communication and business content.
Common Sepedi documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, affidavits and school records. A certified translation is available for these. If an authority asks for a sworn translation, ask us to confirm availability for the language pair.
Our Sepedi translation services.
Tell us the source and target languages, intended audience and service required. We confirm the available linguist, format and review level for your Sepedi project before quoting.
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Sepedi document translation
Accurate translation of written materials including contracts, reports, correspondence, and marketing content.
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Sepedi website and software localisation
Adapting websites, applications, and digital platforms for Sepedi-speaking audiences, including text, interface elements, and supporting content.
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Sepedi interpreting
Ask about Sepedi interpreting for your meeting, hearing or event. Include the date, location or online platform and preferred interpreting mode so we can check availability.
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Sepedi voice-over
Multilingual voice recording for video and audio productions requiring Sepedi language delivery.
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Sepedi subtitling
Accurate, timed Sepedi subtitles for films, corporate videos, e-learning content, and broadcast media.
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Sepedi desktop publishing
Formatting and layout services for print and digital materials translated into Sepedi, ensuring a professional finished product.
Certified, legal and business Sepedi translation.
Certified Sepedi translation
For official documents, tell us which institution will receive your Sepedi translation and send its written requirements. We assess the language pair and confirm whether the project needs a signed statement of accuracy, a sworn translator or another process. Acceptance is decided by the receiving institution.
Common documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, degree certificates and police clearance certificates. Requirements differ between courts, embassies, universities and immigration authorities, so tell us where the Sepedi translation will be submitted and send any written instructions you have. If an authority asks for a sworn translation, ask us to confirm availability for the language pair.
Sepedi legal translation
Legal translation into and from Sepedi requires specialist knowledge of legal terminology, document conventions, and the specific requirements of the relevant legal system. Each project is assigned to a linguist with the right language pair and subject expertise, and managed by a named project manager.
- Contracts, agreements, and commercial negotiations
- Court pleadings, motions, and legal filings
- Patent applications and intellectual property documents
- Legal correspondence including letters and emails
- Expert witness reports and legal opinions
- Regulatory filings and licence applications
Sepedi government translation
Premium Lingua provides Sepedi translation services for government agencies, public sector bodies, and organisations working in regulated or government-related environments. Send the required terminology, document format and confidentiality instructions with your brief so these can be assessed and included in the agreed scope.
Client materials are handled under confidentiality requirements, with access restricted to the people who need them to deliver the service, and our privacy framework is designed around the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Sepedi business document translation
For businesses operating in or engaging with Sepedi-speaking markets, clear and accurate communication is essential. Share previous translations, glossaries or approved terminology before we start, so your Sepedi content stays consistent across projects. Our business translation services cover:
- Marketing materials including brochures, adverts, and promotional content
- Financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements
- Company policies, procedures, and internal guidelines
- Business contracts and commercial agreements
- Business correspondence including emails and letters
- Product catalogues, technical specifications, and datasheets
- Human resources documents including job descriptions and employee handbooks
Request your Sepedi project quote.
We aim to reply within two business hours, Monday to Friday, South African time. Include your language pair, intended use and deadline so we can assess the scope.
Request received.
A project manager will reply by email or phone, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 SAST.