Category: Neurodivergents in Tech

Parents of children with autism, ADHD and dyslexia are discovering that with the right support, their children can thrive in technology, entrepreneurship and the workplace. For many parents raising children with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and other neurodevelopmental differences, one question often lingers: What will my child's future look like? At @iLabAfrica - Strathmore University, that question is being answered with hope, opportunity and tangible results through the Neurodivergents in Tech Programme. Since its launch in 2017, the programme has been equipping neurodivergent learners with practical digital and life skills that prepare them for employment, entrepreneurship, further education and independent living. Behind many of these success stories is Diana Ochere, a trainer whose passion for inclusive education has helped learners discover strengths that society too often overlooks. Diana Ochere's Journey into…

 “Don't give up on what interests you the most and work hard to achieve your goals.”  This Women’s Month, we celebrate Sarah Bosibori, a trailblazer redefining the intersection of autism and technology. A passionate advocate for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), former Miss Autism Kenya, and a rising force in the tech world, Sarah is proving that neurodivergence is not a limitation but a strength. Currently interning at Kenya Airways’ ICT department, she is charting a path in ethical hacking and coding fields that first captured her imagination through Crime Scene Investigation(CSI) dramas. Inspired by the power of technology to uncover hidden truths, Sarah pursued her passion through @iLabAfrica’s Neurodivergent in Tech Programme, arming herself with the skills to break barriers in an industry that often overlooks diverse talents.  Where it…

Carol Okara, Irene Gitangu, Nicholas Irungu, Tracey Ng'inja, Amanda Wangari, Immanuel Njau, JohnPaul Parasi, and Gregory Ikenye. ‘Collaboration is one of the key ingredients to fuel innovation.’  The 2024 graduates of the Neurodivergent in Tech Programme make history as @iLabAfrica’s first Neurodivergent team to take on a Global Hackathon. The team displayed exceptional brilliance and innovation at the Microsoft Global Hackathon, held at Microsoft Garage in Nairobi on September 20, 2024. In collaboration with the Next Step Foundation, the @iLabAfrica team proudly sent a talented group of six students to represent them. Nicholas Irungu, Tracey Ng'inja, JohnPaul Parasi, Amanda Wangari, Immanuel Njau, and Gregory Ikenye who showcased their groundbreaking creation, a Neurosensory Device, an inventive solution aimed at transforming lives and advancing technology. The team of six, driven by their…