Innovation Profiles

Innovations for Inclusive Independence

Explore teams, technologies, and real-world solutions shaping accessible systems across Africa.

Innovation Profiles

Our Innovation Leaders

People-driven assistive technology solutions from prototype to live deployment.

Innovator 13

Bio for innovator 13

Prototype

Problem Solved: Problem solved 13

Tech Used: Tech stack 13, AI, mobile

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Innovator 14

Bio for innovator 14

Pilot

Problem Solved: Problem solved 14

Tech Used: Tech stack 14, AI, mobile

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Innovator 15

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Live

Problem Solved: Problem solved 15

Tech Used: Tech stack 15, AI, mobile

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Innovator 16

Bio for innovator 16

Prototype

Problem Solved: Problem solved 16

Tech Used: Tech stack 16, AI, mobile

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Innovator 17

Bio for innovator 17

Pilot

Problem Solved: Problem solved 17

Tech Used: Tech stack 17, AI, mobile

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Innovator 18

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Live

Problem Solved: Problem solved 18

Tech Used: Tech stack 18, AI, mobile

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Innovator 19

Bio for innovator 19

Prototype

Problem Solved: Problem solved 19

Tech Used: Tech stack 19, AI, mobile

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Innovator 20

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Pilot

Problem Solved: Problem solved 20

Tech Used: Tech stack 20, AI, mobile

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Innovator 21

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Live

Problem Solved: Problem solved 21

Tech Used: Tech stack 21, AI, mobile

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Innovator 22

Bio for innovator 22

Prototype

Problem Solved: Problem solved 22

Tech Used: Tech stack 22, AI, mobile

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Innovator 23

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Pilot

Problem Solved: Problem solved 23

Tech Used: Tech stack 23, AI, mobile

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Innovator 24

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Live

Problem Solved: Problem solved 24

Tech Used: Tech stack 24, AI, mobile

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Open Source Catalogue

Discover a wide range of innovative open-source projects that cater to diverse needs and support inclusive independence.

  • All open-source
  • ASR Models
  • Designs
  • Datasets
  • Other
Inclusive ASR Model
ASR Model MIT

Inclusive ASR Model

An ASR model optimized for non-standard speech and African accents.

Use: Clone and run composer install, the... Contrib: Open issues for bugs, create PRs wi...
1,240 downloads
GitHub Docs
Dot Glasses Fitting Tool
Prosthetic Design Apache 2.0

Dot Glasses Fitting Tool

Open-source algorithm for simplified eyewear fitting with affordable diagnostics.

Use: Run the web app locally and upload... Contrib: Add integration tests and enhanceme...
890 downloads
GitHub Docs

Apply to Innovate Now

Accelerate your disability-led technology prototype with structured support, mentorship, and market pathways.

Leading Innovation

Structured Cohort Support

Prototyping equipment, mentorship, and ethical validation to move from idea to impact.

Application Criteria

Project addresses assistive tech or inclusive systems with a strong user-centered approach.

Access Funding & Labs

Teams receive resources, lab access, and pathways to scaling with partners.

Timeline Steps
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Cohort 6 Opens: Apr 01, 2026
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Cohort 7 Opens: Aug 01, 2026
Programme Benefits