Signs TV case study

Case study

Signs Media TV was launched in 2015 when the company applied to the Communication Authority of Kenya for permission to run a television station broadcasting in sign language and was granted the permission. In February 2017, Signs Media started broadcasting on free-to-air platforms – Signs TV and is also found on channels like GoTV and […]

Hope Tech+ Case study.

Hope Tech + case study

Hope Tech Plus Limited is dedicated to developing innovative technologies and building tools and programs for empowerment that support inclusion in all sectors of society. They accomplish this by utilizing modern technology to produce tools that improve interaction with the physical environment and promote personal development. “The Fourth Eye” was the first product, a device that employs echolocation […]

Regulations in Assistive Technology

When you speak to people in entrepreneurial ecosystems, regulations are rarely at the top of peoples lists of favourite things to think about. However, regulations, standards and certifications do however play an important role in any tech sector. They ensure that the products and services are safe, of acceptable quality, and provide ways for governments […]

Emerging African Ecosystems

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For local founders, creating an assistive technology (AT) company offers the opportunity to significantly improve the lives of people in your community. For international founders looking to enter new markets, African entrepreneurial ecosystems offer a vibrant and untapped customer base, exciting experiences, and the added bonus of providing meaningful benefits to customers that have historically been unable […]