Hear well, live well.
40 million Africans live with hearing loss — most without access to hearing care or sign language education. Utlwa makes these tools simple and accessible, starting in Botswana.
Utlwa's Difference
Explore the tools that make hearing care and sign language accessible.
Check Hearing
Take a simple hearing test at home or school. Find out early, take action fast.
Learn Sign Language
Watch easy videos and start signing with your kids, your students, your parents — today.
Find Support
Connect with others living the same journey. Share tips, ask questions, feel understood.
Get Care
Find referrals to audiologists, clinics, and affordable hearing devices near you.
Why it matters
- 60% of childhood hearing loss is preventable with early action.
- Untreated hearing loss costs the global economy $980 billion every year.
- Early tests and sign language access improve life at school, work, and home.
Who we support
- Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Individuals: Access hearing tools, sign language, and community support.
- Families & Caregivers: Tools to help you connect and support your loved ones.
- Educators & Health Workers: Use digital tools for hearing screening, teaching, and care.
- Funders & Partners: Join us in scaling solutions to a global health challenge.
Utlwa's Story
Bridging Communication and Empowering Communities
Utlwa means “to hear” in Setswana. We’re here so no one has to navigate silence alone — whether you’re Deaf, hard-of-hearing, or supporting someone who is.
Mission
Make hearing care and sign language simple, affordable, and available — starting in Botswana, scaling across Africa.
Vision
A future where hearing loss doesn’t mean being left out. Families, schools, and communities have the tools to include everyone in every conversation.
Work with Utlwa
Partner With Us
Bring hearing care and sign language to your school, clinic, or organization.
Volunteer With Us
Share your time, skills, and passion to support our mission and empower communities.
Support Financially
Your contributions fund hearing tests, sign language content, and community outreach.
Contact us
Find referrals to audiologists, clinics, schedule an appointment, or just connect to talk.
Join Our Community
Utlwa is growing. Families, Deaf youth, teachers, health workers, and partners across Africa are joining a movement to make hearing care and sign language simple and accessible.
Choose your path and sign up. We’ll reach out with updates, tools, or next steps that match your needs.
