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Kenyan startup develops robotic hand to assist deaf students

A Kenyan startup has engineered a mechanical hand capable of translating spoken language into sign language in real time to support deaf students.

The Business Standard ยท 9 September 2026, 12:05 PM

A startup in Kenya has developed a mechanical hand designed to translate a teacher's voice into sign language in real time. This innovation aims to facilitate inclusive education, allowing deaf children to learn effectively alongside their hearing peers.