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    Tomas R.

    Tomas R.

    4.3

    2 reviews

    ES
    Robert F.
    For beginners

    Robert F.

    4.8

    34 reviews

    US
    Claire S.
    Business French

    Claire S.

    5

    43 reviews

    FR
    Giulia K.

    Giulia K.

    4.9

    34 reviews

    IT
    Tiago C.

    Tiago C.

    5

    44 reviews

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    Jane M.
    Native Speaker

    Jane M.

    4.9

    67 reviews

    GB
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    Andreas G.

    4.5

    34 reviews

    DE

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    • Tutor swahili Sarah W.
      Professional

      $14

      50-min lesson

      34

      students

      533

      lessons
      • Swahili

      34 active students

      533 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Native)

      +1

      Certified English teacher with 2+ years of experience helping students succeed. — Hello! I’m Sarah, originally from Kenya and now based in France, bringing a truly global perspective to my teaching. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Literature and Sociology, and I’ve spent over two years helping students around the world unlock the beauty of Kiswahili.

      Why choose Sarah W.

      "Sarah is very positive, and very patient and friendly. A great teacher"

      Benjamin

      Benjamin

      June 12, 2025

      Popular. Booked 11 times recently

    • Tutor swahili Mary Alice O.
      Professional

      $15

      50-min lesson

      46

      students

      1435

      lessons
      • Swahili

      46 active students

      1,435 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Native)

      Certified Native Swahili Tutor | Passionate About Guiding Beginners, Travelers & Expats to Speak with Ease, Confidence, & Embrace Swahili Culture! Let’s get chatting! — Karibu! I am a TEFL-certified native speaker from Nairobi, Kenya, deeply passionate about sharing the beauty of my language and culture. With 3 years of experience teaching both online and in the classroom, My goal is to make every lesson not only practical but also deeply engaging, creating a journey where learning Swahili becomes a rewarding and personal experience for you.

      Why choose Mary Alice O.

      "Mary Alice is a great teacher who really takes the time and effort to listen to what it is you want to achieve and works with you to create a personalised pathway and lessons. I have been pleasantly surprised that she tailors every lesson and I have made a lot of progress in a short amount of time, which has been mainly due to her teaching style. Looking forward to the next few months and becoming fluent in the language. If you want a teacher who is fluid in their teaching and dedicated to you reaching your goals she is definitely the one. "

      Asiya

      Asiya

      January 31, 2025

      Popular. Booked 6 times recently

    • Tutor english and swahili Racheal O.
      Professional

      $50

      50-min lesson

      20

      students

      5301

      lessons
      • Swahili

      20 active students

      5,301 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Native)

      Certified Native Tutor: Meaningful Conversations/Communicate Confidently/ Understanding English — Racheal O is a qualified Psychologist and a Business English Trainer. She has several years in shaping and developing her client's needs. She teaches Swahili and English. Her exposure to multinational clients and international markets is highly valuable!

      Why choose Racheal O.

      "Rachel is a great tutor ! We study conversational english. She makes the class more enjoyable and she listens to me about what I need. We plan our next lesson together "

      Selin

      Selin

      July 1, 2022

    • Tutor math and swahili Abner D.
      Professional

      $15

      50-min lesson

      63

      students

      5712

      lessons
      • Swahili

      63 active students

      5,712 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      Book and Boost your Grades from a Certified Math Tutor with International Experience (3rd–10th Grade in Basic Math | Algebra | Statistics | Trigonometry | Geometry). Your Time, Your Lesson — No Time Zone Barriers. — Hi. My name is Abner. I have a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and currently pursuing my second degree in Pure Mathematics. I believe that Math is simple and fun when taught appropriately. I am a friendly and enthusiastic teacher.
      I also love tutoring Swahili, Video Production, communication skills, and Grade 3 to Grade 11 Sciences.

      Why choose Abner D.

      "Abner is really personable and helpful and genuinely makes sure you understand the topic! I've struggled with math in the past but he is a perfect help. :)"

      Rubi

      Rubi

      March 10, 2023

      Super popular. Booked 20+ times recently

    • Tutor swahili Osman L.
      Professional

      $12

      50-min lesson

      36

      students

      1887

      lessons
      • Swahili

      36 active students

      1,887 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Proficient)

      Start Your Swahili Adventure Today! Personalized Lessons, Expert Guidance, and Interactive Learning Awaits You. — Hello! I am Osman, a Swahili teacher. I have been teaching the Swahili language for nine years. I am here to help you enjoy learning this beautiful language. Together, we will explore Swahili in a fun and engaging way. Welcome to my classes! Goodbye!

      Why choose Osman L.

      "Osman is an excellent Swahili teacher. He is not a native speaker but he has years of experience in teaching Swahili. He also compiles teaching material by himself and it helps me study lot. Highly recommended."

      Toyo

      Toyo

      May 6, 2024

      Very popular. Booked 14 times recently

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    • Tutor swahili Josephine K.
      Professional

      $12

      50-min lesson

      50

      students

      1964

      lessons
      • Swahili

      50 active students

      1,964 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Native)

      Certified tutor with 4 years of experience. — Hello there! I'm Josephine and I'm confident that I am the perfect Swahili tutor for you. I am dedicated to helping you communicate confidently in Swahili. I am known for my patience and love for communicating with people and sharing my knowledge. I understand that speaking a new language can be daunting, especially if you feel insecure or shy.

      Why choose Josephine K.

      "I really like lessons with her. She's always on time."

      Tobiasz

      Tobiasz

      September 15, 2024

      Popular. Booked 7 times recently

    • Tutor swahili Happyness S.
      Professional

      $11

      50-min lesson

      54

      students

      1893

      lessons
      • Swahili

      54 active students

      1,893 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Proficient)

      Begin Your Swahili Journey Now! Native Speaker, Engaging and Fun Learning Awaits You. — Mambo! I am Happyness, a native Swahili speaker and your Swahili teacher with seven years of experience from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. My goal is to make learning Swahili an enjoyable adventure for you. I am here to support and comfort you to learn this beautiful language together. Looking forward to having you soon. KARIBU.

      Why choose Happyness S.

      "I really love the classes with her. She is always well prepared and she have look for you and your learning behaviour. Her English is very good! I like the mix with grammar and vocabulary and also you can have a kind of deep dive into the culture, because she gives a lot of background information. If you have anything and you need to reschedule appointments she makes possible everything! 🥹 Thanks Happyness! ⭐️💗"

      Roxana

      Roxana

      November 6, 2024

      Very popular. Booked 14 times recently

    • Tutor biology and swahili Anne W.
      Professional

      $15

      50-min lesson

      17

      students

      1817

      lessons
      • Swahili

      17 active students

      1,817 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      “Swahili & Biology — Learn. Explore. Excel.” Leran more about me on my bio. — Hello! I’m Anne, a certified tutor in both Swahili and Biology.
      With a background in Biology and Kiswahili instruction, I’ve taught learners of all ages — from school kids preparing for exams to adults learning Kiswahili for work, travel, or personal growth.

      Why choose Anne W.

      "Learning Swahili is my main objective for 2024. After a few weeks, I can say that I am so glad to benefit from such a great tutor, who really listens to your needs and finds the way to make learning more accessible. "

      Valérie

      Valérie

      January 7, 2024

    • Tutor swahili Denis M.
      Professional

      $12

      50-min lesson

      21

      students

      721

      lessons
      • Swahili

      21 active students

      721 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Proficient)

      Speak Swahili with Confidence✨| Certified Native Tutor for all Levels with 6 years of experience🎉 — Jambo! That means “Hello!” in Swahili. My name is Denis, I am a native Swahili tutor with a passion for helping learners speak confidently and naturally. Whether you're a beginner, preparing for a trip to East Africa, or want to improve your conversational or business Swahili, I’m here to guide you every step of the way — with practical, engaging, and personalized lessons.

      Why choose Denis M.

      "Denis is a very kind teacher with lots of experience already in the pocket, teaching at local schools in Kenya. Just had my first 2 lessons and already making big progress. Definitely recommend, as he takes things step by step and not letting you overwhelmed with information, which is of huge importance when leading a language. Big thumbs up to Denis. "

      Roderick

      Roderick

      January 22, 2025

      Popular. Booked 5 times recently

    • Tutor swahili Samantha J.
      Professional

      $13

      50-min lesson

      5

      students

      137

      lessons
      • Swahili

      5 active students

      137 lessons

        Speaks
      • Swahili (Native),
      • English (Proficient)

      Lion King taught you Hakuna Matata, let me teach you more. — Hello my name is Samantha, a native from Kenya. I've been tutoring for a couple of years to primary school kids as a side hustle mainly languages and mathematics. I like hiking in the weekends and I'm an avid reader. Did I mention I'm obsessed with Harry Potter?

      Why choose Samantha J.

      "Samantha is a fantastic teacher! She always comes prepared with thoughtful lessons and brings a fun, engaging energy to every class. She incorporates a variety of teaching methods—like songs, videos, and vocabulary exercises—that keep learning dynamic and interesting. Her creative approach makes learning Swahili genuinely enjoyable!"

      Charlotte

      Charlotte

      April 3, 2025

      Popular. Booked 5 times recently

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    Aditya

    Aditya

    with Ruth

    Ms Ruth has proven to be an excellent tutor. She has a very patient and positive approach to understanding my present swahili skills, and im confident she will have no difficulty in making me fluent in Swahili :)

    Nada

    Nada

    with Daniel

    I had a fantastic first trial lesson with Daniel. His approach was both clear and engaging, making it easy to understand key concepts. He is patient and supportive, ensuring that every step is both productive and enjoyable. I genuinely appreciate his dedication and expertise. I’m excited about continuing my learning journey with him and look forward to more lessons! :)

    Naomi

    Naomi

    with Racheal

    Racheal is an enthusiastic teacher who pays attention to detail and challenges you to apply what you learn! Great tutor. Thank you!

    Magnus

    Magnus

    with Fidelis

    Fidelis is an incredibly warm and engaging teacher who made learning Swahili enjoyable and informative. Although I only had a few hours with her, the lessons were packed with valuable insights, and her friendly nature kept the sessions lively. While I’ve decided to pause my studies for now due to lack of time, I appreciated the time I spent learning from her.

    Chris

    Chris

    with Damaris

    Damaris is an amazing tutor very easy to get on with very patient and understanding and I'm learning alot from her

    Swahili lesson prices by tutor nationality

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    Kenya

    $8 / hr

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    Tanzania

    $10 / hr

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    Ghana

    $8 / hr

    Average private Swahili tutors rates

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native Swahili speakers

    $9 / hr

    Non native Swahili speakers

    $10 / hr

    What is the best way to learn Swahili?

    The best way to learn Swahili is through online lessons with a private tutor on Preply. With a private tutor, you can receive personalized instruction tailored to your individual needs. This means you can focus on specific skills or topics that you want to improve in Swahili. Private online lessons are also more affordable compared to in-person private and group classes. Plus, you get the undivided attention of your tutor, allowing you to progress faster in your language learning journey. So, if you're looking for the most effective and convenient way to learn Swahili, choose online lessons with a private tutor on Preply.

    What qualifications and experience do Preply Swahili tutors have?

    Preply Swahili tutors have a diverse range of qualifications and experience. They hold degrees in various fields such as control and Instrumentation engineering, journalism and mass communication, teaching, and more. Many tutors have formal experience in tutoring Swahili, English, and other subjects. They are passionate about teaching and achieving great results with their students. Some tutors specialize in specific areas like speaking fluency, business Swahili, grammar skills, and more. With their expertise and personalized teaching approaches, you can be confident in their ability to help you excel in Swahili.

    I want to focus my online Swahili lessons on a specific skill or topic, will my tutor be able to accommodate this?

    Absolutely! Preply Swahili tutors are flexible and can accommodate your specific learning goals. Whether you want to improve your speaking skills, focus on business Swahili, work on grammar, or any other skill or topic, your tutor will tailor the lessons to meet your needs. They will create engaging and interactive lessons using various teaching methodologies, visuals, and real-life examples. With their personalized approach, you can be confident that your lessons will be focused on the areas you want to improve in Swahili.

    I want to learn Swahili quickly, can a private Swahili tutor help speed up the process?

    Yes, a private Swahili tutor can definitely help you learn Swahili quickly. With their undivided attention and personalized instruction, you can make faster progress compared to using traditional language learning apps or studying on your own. Your tutor will create a learning plan that is tailored to your individual needs and goals, ensuring that you are focusing on the most effective strategies for language acquisition. They will also provide guidance, feedback, and support throughout your learning journey, helping you stay motivated and on track to achieve your language learning goals.

    How much do private online Swahili lessons cost?

    The cost of private online Swahili lessons on Preply varies depending on the tutor. Our tutors' prices per hour range between $3 and $100 dollars per hour, with an average price of $11 per hour. You can choose a tutor whose pricing fits within your budget. With Preply, you have the flexibility to find a tutor who offers quality lessons at a price that works for you.

    How can I find the best private Swahili tutor that matches my learning goals?

    Finding the best private Swahili tutor on Preply is easy. You can browse through our selection of 207 Swahili tutors and read their biographies to learn more about their qualifications, experience, and teaching styles. Each tutor has a unique set of skills and expertise, so you can choose the one that matches your specific learning goals. You can also read reviews from other students to get an idea of what their learning experience has been like with a particular tutor. With Preply, you have the tools and information to find the perfect tutor for your Swahili learning journey.

    What are the benefits of private online Swahili lessons compared to in-person Swahili group classes?

    Private online Swahili lessons on Preply offer several benefits compared to in-person group classes. First, private lessons are generally more affordable than in-person classes, allowing you to get quality instruction at a lower cost. Second, private lessons can be tailored to your individual needs and learning style, ensuring that you are making progress at your own pace. Third, with a private tutor, you get their undivided attention, allowing for more focused and effective learning. Finally, private lessons provide a more flexible schedule, as you can choose a tutor who teaches at a time that works for you. Overall, private online Swahili lessons offer convenience, affordability, and personalized instruction, making them the ideal choice for your language learning journey.

    What do other students say about Preply's online Swahili tutors?

    Preply users have positive feedback about their tutors and the Preply platform. They appreciate their tutors' clear explanations, patience, and ability to create engaging and interactive lessons. Users also mention that their tutors are knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive to their specific learning goals. The Preply platform is praised for its user-friendly interface and the ability to book lessons easily. Overall, users feel that they are making progress and enjoying their learning experience with their Preply tutors.