Technology that empowers every voice
Umbi Labs is a social enterprise creating innovative assistive technology solutions. We empower children and individuals with speech, language, and developmental challenges to communicate, learn, and participate fully in their communities.
Our Journey
From a vision to a global movement — here's how we're transforming assistive technology.
The Beginning
Founded with a vision to create inclusive assistive technology solutions for children and individuals with developmental and speech/language challenges. Our drive? To empower every voice and enable full participation in society through AT.
Major Milestone
Launched our first assistive communication product, which has continued to receive positive feedback from both users and professionals. This milestone validated our approach and fueled our commitment to innovate and expand our offerings.
Global Scale
We envision a world where assistive technology is accessible, affordable, and effective for everyone who needs it. We're on a mission to empower millions of individuals worldwide to communicate, learn, and thrive with our innovative solutions.
Our Mission
We believe technology should adapt to people — not the other way around. We're committed to building assistive solutions that respect dignity, encourage independence, and expand access to communication and learning for everyone, everywhere.
Meet the Visionaries Behind Umbi
A diverse, passionate team of strategists, designers, and advocates united by a shared mission to transform accessibility through technology and innovation.
Riri Njaramba
Co-Founder & CEO
Visionary leader passionate about accessible technology and social impact. Previously worked in tech policy and digital inclusion.
Maurine Wanjiru
Co-Founder, Head of Strategy & Finance
Financial strategist committed to sustainable social enterprise models. Brings experience from fintech and development finance.
Peninah Wairimu
Head of Design
Human-centered designer specializing in accessible interfaces. Advocates for inclusive design practices and user research.
Our Impact By Numbers
Every statistic represents real people who we aim to empower through our technology.
Lives Touched
Children and individuals supported through our technology
Products
Core platforms serving diverse needs and contexts
Countries
Global presence supporting communities worldwide
Partners
Schools, clinics, and organizations we work with