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Interpretation Services in Nairobi
Simultaneous and consecutive interpreters for conferences, board meetings and field visits. Booked with our equipment or on their own.
16 Interpreters. 5 Breakout Rooms. One Day.
27 November 2025, Mövenpick Nairobi. The African Conference on the Biological Weapons Convention splits into five parallel breakouts, each with its own language combinations.
We put 16 interpreters in place across all five. That same week our teams were also running Women, Peace and Security in Sudan at Fairview and IATI’s assembly near the airport.
That’s the bench you’re booking. Interpretation comes in four ways:
Simultaneous
Consecutive
Whisper (Chuchotage)
Remote (RSI)
Simultaneous Interpretation
The interpreter speaks in real time, a few seconds behind the speaker, from a soundproof booth, with the audience listening through wireless headsets – standard for AGMs, large conferences, and any event where pausing isn’t an option.
This typically requires two interpreters per language pair working in shifts, since sustained simultaneous work is mentally demanding.
We regularly provide this for AGMs and board meetings in Upper Hill, and for diplomatic proceedings in Gigiri.
At KIICO 2026 our interpreters worked UN-standard simultaneous across every session, on our own booths and receivers.
It Includes:
- Booth-based real-time interpretation
- Two-interpreter teams per language pair
- Wireless headset distribution for the audience
- Coordination with our equipment hire team for booths and consoles
Consecutive Interpretation
The speaker pauses every few sentences, and the interpreter relays what was said before the speaker continues. No booth or headsets required – ideal for smaller meetings, diplomatic sessions, or site visits.
This suits Q&A-heavy sessions where the back-and-forth pacing actually works in your favor.
For large public events, we’ve set up multi-channel interpretation at venues in Kasarani and Thika Road.
Delegations don’t stay in the hotel. For French parliamentary health programmes our interpreters went to Mbagathi Hospital, Riruta Health Centre and Makueni County.
It Includes:
- One-on-one and small-group interpretation
- Diplomatic and site-visit coverage
- No equipment setup required
- Flexible scheduling for shorter engagements
Whisper Interpretation (Chuchotage)
The interpreter sits beside one or two listeners and quietly interprets in real time, without a booth or microphone – the lightest-equipment option available.
Practical when only a handful of attendees in a larger meeting need interpretation, like a single delegate in an otherwise single-language boardroom session.
Our interpreters working on legal and tribunal-related proceedings in Arusha are experienced with courtroom terminology, not just conversational fluency.
It Includes:
- Discreet, real-time interpretation for 1-2 listeners
- No booth or equipment needed
- Ideal for mixed-language boardroom sessions
Remote Simultaneous Interpretation (RSI)
Interpreters work from a remote location (or a small on-site setup) and audio is distributed through a platform rather than a physical booth.
This has become the go-to for NGOs and international forums balancing multilingual access against a tighter budget – simultaneous-quality interpretation without a full booth setup.
This is especially popular with NGOs and humanitarian programs we support in Kampala.
We interpreted a hybrid Wald Energy board meeting at the Argyle Grand this way. Pair it with our live streaming when you need cameras too.
It Includes:
- Platform-based real-time interpretation
- Cost-effective multi-language coverage
- No on-site booth required
- Suited to NGO and multi-country forum budgets
What Drives the Cost of Interpretation in Nairobi
- Number of language pairs — each additional language typically means an additional interpreter team.
- Duration and format — a half-day consecutive session costs less than a full-day simultaneous booth setup.
- Equipment needs — booths, headsets, and technician setup add cost on top of the interpreters themselves.
Languages We've Actually Delivered
- English and French: IATI assembly, EAC defence affairs, CRVS symposium at Safari Park
- English and Arabic: Women, Peace and Security in Sudan at Fairview; Sudan Experts Meeting at Enashipai, Naivasha
- English, Arabic, French and Portuguese: AU climate, peace and security workshop at Ole Sereni
- English and Spanish: Africa–Amazon adaptation exchange at Voi Wildlife Lodge
- English and Somali: Somali women mediation training at Trademark Hotel
- English, Khmer and Bangla: Disability Justice Fund for Youth, Nairobi
- English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic and Swahili: AfCFTA technical workshop, Nairobi
Need a pair that isn’t here? Ask.
We Also Serve These Areas
Book from anywhere in Nairobi. Outside the city, we travel to you.
Why Choose Tiseh for Interpretation Services in Kenya
A Deep Bench
16 interpreters across 5 rooms in one day at the BWC.
Wide Language Coverage
Nine languages delivered so far, from French to Khmer.
Equipment Included
Booths, receivers and technicians from our interpretation equipment rental.
Confidential & Secure
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between simultaneous and consecutive interpretation?
Do I need a booth for every type of interpretation?
Can you provide interpreters for multiple languages at one event?
We covered five breakouts in one day at the Biological Weapons Convention.
What is RSI and when should I use it?
How many interpreters do I need per language?
Are your interpreters vetted for diplomatic or government settings?
Can interpretation and equipment hire be booked together?
Do you also offer translation services for the same event?
Ready to Book the Right Interpreters for Your Event?
Tell us your event format, language pairs, and headcount, and we’ll recommend the right interpretation type before you commit to equipment you might not need.
Also need documents translated for the same event? Explore our translation services and equipment hire.
