Empowering Learners with Visual Impairment Through Accessible Education
Kenya Institute for the Blind delivers specialized educational materials, rehabilitation services, and assistive technologies to promote independence, inclusion, and lifelong learning for persons with visual impairment across Kenya.
Empowering Inclusive Learning Through Excellence & Accessibility.
The Kenya Institute for the Blind (KIB) is a national public institution dedicated to producing accessible learning materials, offering specialized training, and promoting inclusion for learners and persons with visual impairment across Kenya.
Accessible Educational Materials
We produce Braille books, tactile graphics, audio content, digital materials, and supply essential assistive devices.
Training & Rehabilitation
We offer Braille training, orientation & mobility, ADL skills, and adapted ICT programs tailored to learners’ needs.
Public Information & Outreach
Through library services, exhibitions, and awareness programs, we promote inclusion and access to critical information.
Policy & Capacity Building
We support national policies, strengthen institutions, and provide disability-awareness training to educators.
Admissions & Specialized Programs
We offer structured rehabilitation programs and specialized training for learners transitioning into independence.
Assistive Technology Support
We repair Braille machines, distribute assistive devices, and provide ongoing technology support to learners.
Strategic Departments
KIB delivers specialized educational, rehabilitation, informational, and policy support through strategic departments dedicated to empowering learners and persons with visual impairment across Kenya.
Educational Resources Department
Leads the production of Braille, tactile and accessible learning materials for learners with visual impairment across Kenya.
Explore DepartmentTraining, Rehabilitation & Placement
Provides rehabilitation, skills training and placement support to empower persons with visual impairment for independent living and meaningful participation in society.
Explore DepartmentPublic Information Services
Offers library, information and ICT services that connect persons with visual impairment to knowledge, culture and digital opportunities.
Explore DepartmentPolicy, Outreach & Coordination
Drives educational research, outreach, stakeholder coordination and policy engagement on visual impairment and inclusive education.
Explore DepartmentSpecialized Services
We provide a comprehensive range of specialized services designed to support learners, trainees, educators, and institutions working with persons with visual impairment.
Our Edge in Excellence
Pioneering accessible learning resources, tactile graphics, and specialized support services for persons with visual impairment across Kenya.
Learning Resources
We develop and provide a wide range of accessible educational materials designed to ensure full participation of learners with visual impairment.
Braille Books & Print Materials
Over 600+ titles transcribed into Braille and 60,000+ volumes produced for schools, training centres, and government institutions.
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Accessible Digital Content
EPUB3, audio books, and e-Braille formats for modern learning.
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Assistive Devices & Tools
Essential tools including Braille machines, white canes, and magnifiers to support independent living.
Browse DevicesNews & Events
Stay updated with our latest activities, workshops, training programs, and institutional announcements.
National Workshop on Education for Learners with Visual Impairment
Educators gathered to discuss policy, inclusive learning, and improved accessibility across Kenya.
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Training on Tactile Graphics & Assistive Technologies
specialized training program on tactile illustration production and adaptive technologies.
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KIB Showcases Accessible Materials at National Expo
Braille books, tactile charts, and 3D models were showcased to raise awareness on inclusivity.
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Together, we can advance accessible education, create inclusive learning environments, and support independence for persons with visual impairment across Kenya.