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George Mwika Kayange

ABOUT THE AT DATABASE AND WIKI

The Assistive Technology Innovation Wiki is a database and wiki that showcases assistive technology (AT) innovations and other related accessibility matters for people with disabilities. This initiative is spearheaded by Dr. George Mwika Kayange, an alumnus of the Commonwealth PhD Scholarships at Loughborough University in London and a member of the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). The project is an extension of the work he has been involved in for many years in the AT sector, particularly in Southern Africa.

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Southern & East Africa AT Innovation Startups, Case Studies & Institutions – AT Innovation Wiki

Southern & East Africa AT Innovation Startups, Case Studies & Institutions

Comprehensive database of assistive technology innovation, entrepreneurship, and ecosystem development in Southern & East Africa’s resource-constrained environments covering startups, case studies, and institutions

Southern & East Africa AT Innovation Dashboard

Southern & East Africa AT Innovation Dashboard

Visualising the Assistive Technology Ecosystem in Resource-Constrained Environments

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Total Resources
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17
Active Startups
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12
Countries Covered
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Innovation Categories

Resources by Category

Organization Types

Geographic Coverage

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Malawi
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Kenya
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South Africa
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Botswana
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Zimbabwe
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Tanzania
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Namibia
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Zambia
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Uganda
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Rwanda
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Lesotho
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Mozambique

Key Innovation Highlights

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Local Manufacturing

5 organizations pioneering local production of wheelchairs, sunscreen, prosthetics, and digital content in resource-constrained environments.

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Innovate Now Portfolio

11 startups supported by Africa’s first AT accelerator, covering mobility, communication, employment, and digital accessibility solutions.

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Ecosystem Support

4 regional programs and hubs strengthening cross-border collaboration and innovation capacity across Southern Africa.

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ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY GUIDE

While working with SAFOD, George Kayange managed a project—dubbed AT-Info-Map—that developed a mobile app to map AT products and services in Southern Africa. One of the project’s key outputs was an AT guide developed with the support of the University of Washington to showcase various AT products and services available on the market, both low-tech and high-tech. The AT Guide describes each AT type and category and how it supports people with disabilities and other AT users.

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Webinar on Assistive Technology Business Innovations

From 28th to 29th September 2021, the Southern Africa Federation of the Disabled (SAFOD) and Loughborough University organised a webinar to explore and share innovative business solutions that, if well supported, could help to increase access to assistive technology in Southern Africa. More on the webinar leaflet here.

Key Question

How can we leverage business innovations to reach an estimated 85–95% of people with disabilities who need assistive technology (AT) in southern Africa?

Download Speeches and Presentations

The event drew speakers from academia, research institutions, disability organisations, and small and medium-sized assistive technology entrepreneurs in Southern Africa, the USA, and the UK. All speeches and presentations can be downloaded here.

Playback: Watch Recorded Webinar

If you missed it, you can watch the recorded webinar and learn about emerging assistive technology innovations and entrepreneurship trends in Southern Africa and globally. Access the Zoom recording here.

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What Users Say About the AT Database & Wiki

“The Assistive Technology Innovation Wiki has become my go-to source for research inspiration. The detailed case studies and references allow me to confidently deepen my understanding and contribute to this growing field as a journalist.”
Simon Manda

Simon MandaManaging Editor, ThisAbility Newspaper, South Africa
“In my work with rural communities, access to affordable assistive technology is critical. The case studies and resources on your wiki specific to low-resource settings will help inspire more local projects that are already changing lives.”
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Fatima PhiriCommunity Health Worker, Malawi
“In my work with rural communities, access to affordable assistive technology is critical. The case studies and resources on your wiki specific to low-resource settings will help inspire more local projects that are already changing lives.”

Fatima PhiriCommunity Health Worker, Malawi
“Policy-making for assistive technology is no small task. The AT Innovation Wiki has equipped me with evidence-based insights and global case studies that can be used for advocacy to inform actionable, inclusive policies in Southern Africa.”
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