The AI tutor built for Kenyan CBC —
not generic ChatGPT.
CBC-grounded. Kenyan-context by default. KNEC 1–7 rubric feedback. For learners, parents, and teachers who want an AI that actually speaks the syllabus.
9 Ways Somo Is Different
Every one of these is a real failure mode of generic AI chatbots when used by Kenyan students. Somo solves each by design.
CBC-grounded
Always uses Strand / Sub-strand / Learning Outcome.
ChatGPT says "topic / sub-topic"Kenyan context default
KSH, matatus, tea farms, Lake Victoria. No prompting needed.
ChatGPT defaults to USD and American schoolsGrade-appropriate language
Grade 4 gets a simpler explanation than Grade 9. Automatic.
ChatGPT uses the same register for everyoneNever just gives answers
Guides step-by-step. Asks you to try first. Parents trust this.
ChatGPT gives the homework answer instantlyKNEC 1–7 rubric feedback
Real performance levels: "You're at Level 3 — meeting expectation."
ChatGPT just says "good job"KJSEA prep mode
Specifically calibrated for the Grade 9 national exam format.
ChatGPT doesn't know what KJSEA isParent translation
Auto-converts CBC jargon ("SBA", "Strand", "Level 3") to plain English.
ChatGPT assumes you know the termsTeacher workflow tools
SBA rubric generator, lesson plan builder, CBA portal prep. (v1)
ChatGPT is a blank slate every timeM-Pesa + WhatsApp
Pay with M-Pesa. Chat via WhatsApp — no app download. (v2)
ChatGPT needs credit card + website loginSame Question. Very Different Answer.
A Grade 7 Mathematics student asks both assistants the same thing. Here's what happens.
Three Modes, One App
Somo detects who you are and adjusts how it speaks — no settings to tweak.
For Learners
PP1 through Grade 12. Your grade, your subjects, your level.
- Ask any CBC question, get a step-by-step explanation
- Practice questions with KNEC 1–7 feedback
- Grade 9 KJSEA preparation mode
- Encouraging, never judgemental
For Parents
Understand what your child is learning. No CBC jargon.
- Plain English translations of SBA, Strands, Level 3
- "How do I help with my child's Grade 6 Science homework?"
- Pathway guidance for Grade 9 decisions
- Built for the 8-4-4 generation helping CBC kids
For Teachers
Lesson planning, SBA rubrics, CBA portal prep — fast.
- KICD-format lesson plans in 2 minutes
- Auto-generated SBA rubrics at all 7 levels
- Key inquiry questions for any sub-strand
- PCIs and core competencies suggested automatically
Start Free. Upgrade When You're Hooked.
M-Pesa, card, or PayPal. Cancel any time. Launch pricing — locked in for waitlist members.
- 5 questions per day
- Any grade, any subject
- Kenyan context, CBC-grounded
- No credit card needed
- Unlimited questions
- One grade level
- Full KJSEA prep mode
- Downloadable practice sheets
- M-Pesa payment
- Up to 3 learners
- Any mix of grades
- Parent-mode explanations
- Progress reports monthly
- Unlimited Qs
- SBA rubric generator
- Lesson plan builder
- CBA portal prep tools
- Upgrade to School License
School licenses (institutional) start at KSH 5,000/term per class. Contact us for school pricing →
What's Live, What's Coming
Landing & Demo
- Landing page (this)
- Interactive demo chat
- Waitlist signup
Live Tutor
- Real AI chat (Claude-powered)
- For teachers & parents first
- All 4 pricing tiers live
- M-Pesa + card payment
Child Mode + WhatsApp
- Child-safe mode with parent consent
- WhatsApp bot delivery
- Voice input (English + Kiswahili)
- Kenya DPA 2019 compliant
🎯 Get Early Access + Launch Pricing
Join the waitlist. When v1 launches in 2 weeks, waitlist members get 30 days free on any paid tier and locked-in launch pricing.