Sportswear often focuses on performance, comfort and style but The Kagiso Range by Esjay Sportswear carries a deeper purpose. It tells a story about resilience, movement and the importance of supporting others in their journey. The Kagiso Range is inspired by Kagiso, a young boy who lost both of his legs but continues to show remarkable determination and love for...

Technology is playing an increasingly important role in improving the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. Advances in digital tools, artificial intelligence, and assistive technology are creating new opportunities for communication, education, and independence. These innovations aim to remove barriers that people with intellectual disabilities face and provide practical support to help them live more independently. Artificial Intelligence One of...

Inclusive education in South Africa is no longer just policy, it’s practice. And in 2026, assistive technology (AT) is becoming one of the most powerful tools helping learners with disabilities access education with dignity and independence. From under-resourced public schools to private learning environments, technology is reshaping what participation looks like. For special needs educators, keeping up with these developments...

South Africa is launching four locally developed assistive technologies—created by and for people with disabilities—to improve access, agency, and dignity across the country. The innovations include a wearable smartphone interface (Ka‑dah) for visually impaired users, an app that translates written content into South African Sign Language (WeSignIt), a video interpreting service for deaf users (Virecom), and an audio description tool...

Retina South Africa invites you to help shape the future of assistive technologies across Africa. On 12 June 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) is hosting an online stakeholder session focused on updating its Priority Assistive Products List (APL)—a vital guide that recommends essential assistive devices, such as hearing aids, wheelchairs, and communication tools, for governments to prioritize. By Retina...

A Melbourne university student is making it easier for people with disabilities to find accessible places to eat with the launch of a new app called enAccess Maps. By Mimi Becker – 9NEWS Developed by Alex Uccello, who lives with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and uses a wheelchair, the app aims to reduce the everyday challenges faced by people with mobility...