Deaftronics

🌍 Honored to be featured by BBC News Africa! 🎉

I’m beyond grateful to have our work recognized by BBC News Africa! Our journey with Deaftronics has been about creating solar-powered hearing aids to support children in rural communities, ensuring they have access to education and connection.

This feature highlights the impact of inclusive innovation and the power of technology to change lives. Thank you to everyone who has supported this mission!

Check out the full feature here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJi-HDFsmsF/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Hearing loss is one of Africa’s fastest-growing health challenges, affecting millions - especially children in rural communities who often miss out on education and connection. Deaftronics, a Botswana-based startup, is changing that with solar-powered hearing aids designed for off-grid areas. “Early testing gives children a real chance to speak, listen, and go to school,” says founder Sarah Molema. Swipe through the slides to find out how.

We are thrilled to share that Deaftronics has been recognized with the Innovative Solution 2025 -Inclusive Employment,and ICT Award by the Zero Project at their esteemed annual conference in Vienna, Austria. This award celebrates our dedication to transforming hearing health through innovative, solar-powered, rechargeable hearing aids, which have improved access and affordability for communities across Africa and beyond.

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