Our Achievements

Over the years, KIB has transformed access to education, rehabilitation, and accessibility for learners and persons with visual impairment across Kenya.

Driving National Impact

The Kenya Institute for the Blind continues to scale its capacity, technology, and services to ensure learners, trainees and individuals with visual impairment access inclusive education, reading materials, rehabilitation services and assistive devices.

600+

Braille Book Titles Transcribed

1000+
Braille Books Produced Annually
60,000+

Braille Volumes Produced

86,000+

Tactile Illustrations Developed

47
Counties Served
1

Fully Equipped Production Unit

2,000+

Braille Equipment Repaired

100%
Commitment to Inclusion
1,000+

Assistive Devices Distributed

Key Achievements

KIB’s achievements span production, rehabilitation, outreach, assistive technology, research, partnerships, and national policy support.

Curriculum Implementation

Successfully adapted and produced materials for the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) to ensure learners with visual impairment are not left behind.

Braille Book Transcription

Production of thousands of Braille volumes for primary, secondary and tertiary institutions, ensuring equal access to educational materials.

Tactile Graphics & 3D Models

High-quality tactile diagrams and models supporting STEM subjects for visually impaired learners nationwide.

Accessible Digital Materials

Conversion of printed documents into digital accessible versions including DAISY, audio, and screen-reader friendly formats.

Assistive Device Support

Repair, servicing and distribution of Braille machines, white canes, magnifiers and technology for learners and trainees.

Capacity Building

Trained thousands of teachers, caregivers and stakeholders in Braille literacy, orientation & mobility, and inclusive practices.

Rehabilitation & Training

Training in Orientation & Mobility, ADL, Braille literacy and ICT skills, empowering independent living.

Library & ICT Services

Braille library resources, reading stations, and specialized ICT support for blind and low-vision users.

Partnerships & Awareness

Collaborations with ministries, associations, NGOs, and international partners to strengthen inclusive education and public awareness.

Research & Policy Support

Contribution to national disability inclusion policies, research and development of best practices for accessible education.

Join Us in Empowering Learners with Visual Impairment

Together, we can advance accessible education, create inclusive learning environments, and support independence for persons with visual impairment across Kenya.