Norah Kimathi

About Norah 

Norah Kimathi grew up watching Deaf and hard-of-hearing learners in her community being excluded from quality education — not by lack of ability, but by lack of access. She chose technology as her response. As Founder of Zerobionic, Norah leads a multidisciplinary team of young innovators building AI-powered robotics that make STEM education genuinely inclusive for every learner, regardless of ability. 

About Zerobionic 

Zerobionic develops AI-powered humanoid robots capable of translating speech into real-time sign language with up to 92% accuracy — enabling Deaf and hard-of-hearing students to fully participate in STEM education. As one of the first companies in Africa advancing robotics for real-time sign language translation in classrooms, Zerobionic is redefining what accessible education can look like. The company adds a further dimension of impact by manufacturing its assistive devices from recycled plastic waste — addressing environmental pollution and educational inequality in a single model. Zerobionic believes technology should empower everyone regardless of ability or background — building a future where inclusion, opportunity, and sustainability go hand in hand.