DeafHealth
OperatingTrains healthcare workers in medical Kenyan Sign Language and delivers health education to Deaf communities in KSL.
- EdTech
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Grant
- Founded 2023
- deafhealthke.com ↗
- Last round
- Grant
- Rounds
- 1
- since 2023
- Investors
- 2
- on record
About DeafHealth
DeafHealth is an inclusive EdTech startup that trains healthcare students and workers in medical Kenyan Sign Language through an app with courses, progress tracking, quizzes and certification. It also produces health-education videos and webinars in KSL for Deaf communities, aiming to improve communication, health literacy and access to care. Founded in Nairobi by Dr Nafisa Agil and Dr Mohamed Jamal, it was selected for Cohort 4 of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship run by iHub.
DeafHealth funding1 round
The latest is a Grant announced 24 Jul 2026, led by Mastercard Foundation.
Who has invested in DeafHealth
| Announced | Round | Lead · investors | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul 2026 | DeafHealth Grant | Mastercard Foundation +1 | Not disclosed |
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Frequently asked about DeafHealth
- Where is DeafHealth based and when was it founded?
- DeafHealth is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya and was founded in 2023.
- How much funding has DeafHealth raised?
- DeafHealth has raised 1 funding round; the amounts were not disclosed. Its latest, a Grant, was announced on Jul 24, 2026.
- Who has invested in DeafHealth?
- Backers include Mastercard Foundation and iHub.
- What sector is DeafHealth in?
- DeafHealth operates in EdTech and HealthTech.
