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A classroom filled with secondary school students wearing blue uniforms, seated closely together on chairs and desks while attentively listening to a presentation. A laptop sits on a small green desk at the front, suggesting a lesson or talk in progress. The room has large windows on one side letting in natural light, and a slightly worn ceiling, indicating a well-used school learning space.
February 2, 2026

Advancing Inclusive Education at Thika High School for the Blind

On 26 January 2026, Thika High School for the Blind hosted a digital accessibility orientation that marked an important step in preparing learners for Kenya’s Competency-Based Curriculum and for life beyond...

A picture of Jasmine with long braided hair and glasses stands indoors in a bright office with glass walls, smiling while holding up a pink children’s book titled Magic Ears. She is wearing a long-sleeve top, light blue jeans, and black shoes, with desks and computer monitors visible in the background.
January 9, 2026

Jasmine Muchilwa: Claiming Deafness as Identity, Culture, and Community 

Disability inclusion begins by listening to people whose lived experience sits at the intersection of disability, culture, technology, and youth leadership. Jasmine Muchilwa’s story reflects that intersection. Her journey as a...

A group of smiling schoolchildren sit in a computer lab, each with a laptop open on long desks. The children face the camera, some flashing peace signs, while colorful geometric wall art and desktop screens are visible in the background, creating a lively and engaging learning environment.
December 19, 2025

Holiday Coding Boot Camp at Kang’aru Digital Hub Ignites Young Minds

For six weeks in November and December, the quiet village of Kairi in Kiambu County turned into a lively center of creativity, curiosity, and code. The Kang’aru Digital Hub, a community...

Maurice is smiling and stands outdoors beside a tree and a neatly trimmed green hedge. He is wearing glasses, a short-sleeved light blue shirt, a black sleeveless vest, dark blue trousers, and white sneakers with blue accents. The setting appears to be a paved walkway in a residential or garden area.
November 19, 2025

Breaking Barriers Through Digital Skills: Morris Magaju’s Story

Morris Gatuguti Magaju grew up in Meru County in a family that valued education even though his parents never had the chance to attend school. He remembers their influence...

Close-up of a student in a maroon sweater, tie, and smartwatch, looking forward and touching his mouth in a pensive gesture.
October 31, 2025

AI Captions Transform Learning at Kambui Primary School for the...

The morning lessons at Kambui Primary School for the Deaf begin in quiet anticipation. As the teacher speaks, their words appear instantly on a large screen at the front...

October 27, 2025

Likoni School for the Blind Pioneers Inclusive Digital Education

Likoni Primary School for the Blind has continued to stand out as a model of inclusive digital education through inABLE’s mission to empower students who are blind or have...

A digital poster with a purple and white background. On the left side, the word “Mawazo” appears below a thought cloud icon. On the right side, the text reads: “Your story with no filter. Express yourself anonymously. This is a safe space for persons with disabilities in Africa to share their stories. In their own words, anonymously with no filter. Let’s discover the world around us. Join Us.” Below, there is a purple button labeled “View Chats.”
October 2, 2025

Mawazo: An Accessible Platform Redefining Mental Health Support for Persons...

Mental health remains a silent battle for many persons with disabilities. Without safe spaces to share their experiences, many end up isolated, stressed, or even depressed. For Valery Olesia,...

A student wearing headphones leans very close to a laptop screen while working in a computer lab. Several desktop computers are arranged on the desk beside him, and other students in school uniforms are seated in the background.
October 2, 2025

Assistive Technology is Helping Students with Visual Impairments Prepare for...

As schools across Kenya gear up for the end-of-year examinations, students with visual impairments are showing how technology is leveling the playing field in education. In inABLE’s partner schools,...

October 1, 2025

No One is Kept Out: Stakeholders Unite to Test NIKO,...

On September 25-26, 2025, UNICEF Kenya, inABLE, Kilimanjaro Blind Trust Africa (KBTA), and AT4D, under the Humanitarian Innovation Programme (HIP), convened a two-day stakeholder engagement meeting at Safari Park...

A low-angle shot shows a group of students sitting at wooden desks in a classroom, each using a laptop and wearing headphones with a microphone. In the foreground, a girl in a blue t-shirt with "80s" on the sleeve looks intently at her laptop. Her hands are on the keyboard, and she has a headset on. To her left, a boy in a navy blue sweater with a white collared shirt looks down at his laptop. Other students are visible in the background. The classroom walls are a dirty white, and the desks are old and scratched.
September 16, 2025

How Assistive Technology is Transforming Learning at Thika School for...

At Thika School for the Visually Impaired, the glow of computer screens means more than just light. It represents opportunity, independence, and a future filled with possibilities. Through inABLE’s...

A photo of Goldalyn with light-colored dreadlocks stands in front of a white backdrop filled with the logos of corporate sponsors like Google, Microsoft, and Meta. She is wearing glasses and a light gray zippered sweater. A conference lanyard with a nametag is around her neck. To her left, an easel holds a framed black and white photograph of two people playing soccer. The background is a blurry conference hall with lights and windows.
September 16, 2025

The Power of Art, Music, and Poetry in Disability Advocacy 

inABLE recently hosted a webinar titled The Power of Art, Music, and Poetry in Disability Advocacy, bringing together three young African creatives who are reshaping perceptions through their work....

A medium shot of Angela speaking at a podium. She is wearing a purple collared shirt and glasses. Her hair is in cornrows and she holds the microphone with both hands, looking down slightly. The podium has the orange and white logo for the "Inclusive Africa Conference 2025." Behind her is a large screen with text, and a large banner with the same logo. The foreground is blurry, showing the back of an audience member's head.
September 16, 2025

Fashion You Can Feel: Angela Wanjiku’s Journey to Inclusive Design 

When Angela Wanjiku speaks about fashion, she describes touch, independence, and belonging. Born and raised in Thika, Kiambu County, Angela has always been drawn to the hidden stories behind...

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