Breaking Barriers, Building Brighter Futures
Deaf eLimu Plus (DEP) is a private and innovative ed-tech company revolutionizing accessible education for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Hearing community in Kenya and across Africa. The word eLimu means education in Kiswahili. Founded in 2016, DEP develops innovative digital learning tools.
Our Vision
To be the leading provider of digital education solutions that empower Deaf learners and teachers, ensuring inclusive and accessible education for all.
Our Mission
To revolutionize Deaf education through technology, inclusivity, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure that Deaf learners have access to quality education.
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Sign, Learn, Play, Create - Your Sign Language Journey Starts Here!
DEP Dictionary is designed for learners and tutors like you - whether you are learning, teaching, or mastering sign language at your own pace. Empower yourself with the tools to grow, share, and create in the Deaf community! Download DEP Dictionary today and start exploring sign language with interactive lessons, fun games, and daily signs!
Now is the time to make inclusive education accessible to all.
Traditional education often lacks inclusivity for Deaf learners. With Deaf eLimu Plus, you can bridge the gap - learn, teach, and create educational content in sign langauge anytime, anywhere.
Learn at Your Own Pace
Whether you are beginner or an advanced learner, Deaf eLimu Plus offers structured courses, interactive lessons, and an extensive sign language dictionary designed to fit your learning style.
Access Thousands of signs
Explore the DEP Dictionary with over 4,000+ signs, phrases, and categories.
Engage in Interactive Learning
Enhance your skills with quizzes, flashcards, daily educational content challenges, and fun educational games that make sign language learning enjoyable and effective.
Teach & Earn Through Monetization
Are you an educator, tutor, or content creator? Upload, share, and sell educational lessons in sign langauge, contribute new signs, and earn through our contributor program.
Learn Anywhere, Anytime
No internet? No problem. Download lessons and access sign langauge resources offline.
Track & Improve Your Progress
Monitor your learning with AI-driven insights, personalized recommendations, progress tracking, and gamified achievements.
Get Your First 50 FREE Bonus Coins Today!
Download the DEP Dictionary App and receive 50 FREE bonus coins instantly! Create an account to earn an additional 50 bonus coins and unlock even more sign langauge content.
Making Sign Language More Accessible Than Ever.
Join a growing community using DEP Dictionary to learn and connect.
Frequently asked questions
If you have anything else you want to ask, reach out to us.
Is Deaf eLimu Plus only for Deaf users?
No! Anyone can use it—Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, and Hearing people who want to learn, teach, or create educational content in sign language.
Which sign langauges does Deaf eLimu Plus support?
Currently, we support Kenyan Sign Language (KSL) and are working on expanding to other African and international sign languages in future updates.
How does the DEP Dictionary work?
The DEP Dictionary allows users to search for signs by typing a word, using voice input, or browsing categories. Each word includes a video demonstration of the sign.
How can I track my progress?
The app provides progress tracking, daily sign challenges, quizzes, and AI-powered insights to help users monitor and improve their learning.
Do I need an internet connection to use the app?
Some features, like sign search and AI-powered tools, require an internet connection, but you can download lessons and access sign language resources offline.
Are there interactive learning features?
Yes! You can engage with: ✔ Quizzes & flashcards to test your knowledge. ✔ Daily sign challenges to practice every day. ✔ Fun educational games that make learning sign language exciting.
Can I contribute content to Deaf eLimu Plus?
Yes! Educators, interpreters, and sign language experts can upload and share educational content, including new sign videos to help expand the DEP Dictionary.
How can I earn money through the platform?
✔ Sell your educational sign language lessons and earn revenue. ✔ Monetize contributions by adding new signs to the DEP Dictionary. ✔ Get recognized as a certified content creator on the platform.
What is AI-powered sign recognition?
This upcoming feature will allow users to: ✔ Find signs instantly through smart search. ✔ Use speech-to-sign conversion for better accessibility. ✔ Recognize hand gestures using a camera (in future updates).