Swahili interviews, transcribed properly
Swahili (Kiswahili): The most accurate sub-Saharan language we transcribe. Kenyan and Tanzanian accents both transcribe; Sheng (Nairobi slang) mixing needs review.
Interviews in particular: Speaker labels separate interviewer from interviewee, and word timestamps let you cite the exact moment. Verbatim quotes for articles and papers, or a clean Q&A ready to code in NVivo or ATLAS.ti.
How it works
Record well
Record each voice clearly — an external mic or per-speaker tracks make speaker labels near-perfect.
Upload it
Drop the file into Whipscribe or paste a link. Free instant preview, no signup to try.
Read & export
Speaker-labeled, timestamped Swahili text in minutes. Export TXT, SRT, VTT, or DOCX.
Typical uses: Sermons, radio archives, NGO field interviews.
Frequently asked
Can Whipscribe transcribe Swahili interviews?
Yes. The most accurate sub-Saharan language we transcribe. Kenyan and Tanzanian accents both transcribe; Sheng (Nairobi slang) mixing needs review.
How are speakers handled in a interview?
Speaker labels separate interviewer from interviewee, and word timestamps let you cite the exact moment.
How much does it cost?
A pack from $4 (500 minutes) opens the full transcript. Preview any transcript instantly with no signup; a pack from $4 opens the full transcript, no account needed. After that, one-time credit packs: $8 for 1,000 minutes, $12 for 2,000 minutes or $24 for 5,000 minutes, and credits never expire.
Is my recording private?
Yes — recordings are transcribed on our own servers and are never used for training. Always get participants' consent before recording.