Innovate Now, Africa’s first Assistive Technology Accelerator, is a partnership between Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub), ICT Norway and Norad to recruit the next
This blog is part of our weekly #InnovationSpotlight-exploring the stories of ventures within our GDI Hub Accelerate portfolio. Here we meet Hope Tech , a start-up that
This blog is part of our weekly #InnovationSpotlight-exploring the stories of ventures within our GDI Hub Accelerate portfolio. Here we meet The Accessibility Institute (TAI)
“Talking about going to the toilet almost seems like a taboo in many African societies. We talk about it in hushed tones, and this is
22-year-old Elly Savatia’s journey in innovation started quite early in his high school years. “I remember seeing a student who used crutches almost fall while
Innovate Now held its 5th Demo Day on the 5th of August 2022 in Nairobi. The Demo Day was the first one under the digital
Demo Day for our 5th cohort of ventures is an opportunity for founders to share their innovations, their journey, and how they plan to scale. For investors this is a unique opportunity to hear more on return on investment, market opportunity and why the AT sector is one to watch. Join us.
Innovate Now are delighted to share more on our cohort 5 ventures as they continue their innovation journey. Supported by the expert team behind Innovate
Find out more about the next steps for Innovate Now ventures as they continue to increase their reach and impact.
Ms. Bjørg Sandkjæ, Secretary of State for Norway discusses the importance of the rights for people with disabilities, and how the Norwegian Government support assess to Assistive Technology through partnership such as Global Disability Innovation Hub’s Innovate Now accelerator; Africa’s First Assistive Tech Accelerator.
Bernard Chiira, Director of Innovate Now recently spoke at RightsCon 2022 on how to dismantle ablism in technology systems: “Codified ablism could be the most
Nairobi 16th May 2022: Innovate Now, Africa first Assistive Technology (AT) Accelerator has announced its fifth cohort of innovators, ventures providing digital AT or using
Thinking of applying for Africa’s first assistive technology accelerator? Join our upcoming webinar which will cover all you need to know including FAQ’s, application tips and
In March Innovate Now held a media briefing for the launch of the digital assistive technology and entrepreneurship project, as we opened applications for cohort
https://youtu.be/6KDLp6v0SYc Innovate Now, Africa’s first Assistive Technology accelerator is recruiting the most promising innovators in a cutting edge move to boost Kenya’s momentum as an
On 28th February, Ms. Bjørg Sandkjæ, the Norwegian State Secretary met with the Nairobi-based Innovate Now
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,
The theme for this year’s international day for persons with disabilities is leadership and participation of persons with disabilities toward an inclusive, accessible and sustainable
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
Innovate Now, the Global Disability Innovation Hub, and Amref Health Africa Kenyan-based assistive technology Startup accelerator held its fourth demo day on Tuesday 14th September
Part of Global Disability Innovation (GDI) Hub Accelerate. Driving innovation impact through scale studios, accelerators, live-labs, networks, coaching, events, knowledge sharing and collaborative partnerships.
