Furthermore, multiple languages may be
spoken in the same region, complicating communication
and translation needs. For example, in South
Africa, there are 11 languages, and in Pretoria,
Afrikaans (not English) was more commonly spoken.
Local collaborators can play an important role in
helping translate in the field or assisting with
translation of research-related documents. For
example, V.L. had significant translation help from a
variety of local collaborators, both within and outside
the hospital. However, it is important to recognize
that assisting with translation takes time and
may divert local collaborators from their other
responsibilities. Compensating appropriately for
translation help is essential.