About Rori
Across Africa,
200 million children are not achieving the minimum proficiency levels in maths.
Yet we know that high-quality, high-dosage tutoring is one of the most effective ways to improve learning outcomes.
Despite the growing size of the private tutoring market, access to high-quality provision remains out of reach for the vast majority of children, especially in low-resource communities.
Rori was created to close that gap.
Rori is a multi-award-winning,
AI-powered virtual math tutor developed by Rising Academies to make math learning more personalized, accessible, inclusive, and effective.
Rori works directly on WhatsApp, transforming everyday phones into accessible math tutors. Students can learn in their natural language, receive
step-by-step guidance, and get instant feedback — all at no cost.
Who is Rori For?
Everyone who wants to improve their math skills
Students who are in school and need help to reach their grade level, or want extra practice outside of school or at home
Teachers who want their students to practice independently in math class or after-school clubs
School leaders who want their school’s math scores to improve
Parents who want their kids to have extra help
College students who want to relearn the basics
How Rori Supports Learning
Rori delivers short, focused micro-lessons that help students build skills gradually and confidently. All lessons are aligned with the Global Proficiency Framework, ensuring that learning is structured, relevant, and progression-based.
Rori:
• Gives targeted practice questions
• Understands a wide range of student responses
• Provides instant feedback
• Adapts difficulty based on performance
• Allows students to progress at their own pace
The conversational format creates a friendly, supportive learning experience that encourages reflection, persistence, and deeper understanding.
Simply put, children love learning with Rori.
Built With Real Classrooms
Rori is being developed by Rising Academies across more than 90 schools in Ghana, Sierra Leone, Kenya, Rwanda, and The Gambia with a large, representative sample of teachers, parents, and students.
This allows Rising to:
• Follow best practices in human-centered design
• Run rapid micro-evaluations
• Continuously improve Rori’s learning experience
• Test features in real classroom environments
See Rori in Action
Watch the video below to learn how Rori works and how it supports students step by step.