ATscale publications

Across Africa, over 200 million individuals—including millions of older persons and people living with chronic health conditions—need assistive products to live, work, and fully participate in society. 

Assesses the technical performance, usability, and implementation considerations of handheld autorefractor technologies, particularly in low-resource and primary care settings.

Describes the assistive technology market in South Africa, including governance structures, procurement pathways, and considerations for sustainable market participation.

The 2024-2027 Strategy represents the beginning of the scale-up phase, in which ATscale is poised to expand its country and global footprint to deliver a wider and deeper impact over the next three years and beyond. Our 2024–2027 Strategy lays out how we will scale our country and global reach—deepening impact, strengthening systems, and amplifying the voices of AT users worldwide.

In 2024, ATscale marked a significant year of growth and impact, building on the momentum from previous years. As we continue to push forward with our mission, this year has been one of deepened collaborations, expanded partnerships, and further progress in key areas of assistive technology advocacy and investment. We are excited to report on our strides in scaling solutions for people with disabilities, strengthening the global public goods ecosystem, and accelerating country-level investments.

Assistive Technology  enables people to live healthier, more productive, independent, and more dignified lives than before and to participate in education, the labour market, and their communities.