Zim Now Writer
A former secondary school science teacher has established a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem) start-up laboratory in Bulawayo.
Science MakerLab was launched last Friday in the city centre and pupils and students from Bulawayo and beyond aged 11 and above can now start learning robotics and software engineering.
Established by one Masuku, the laboratory has equipment including laptops with relevant robotics software materials that can be utilised and compete in the 21st century world.
Masuku believes Science MakerLab aims to close the gap as Zimbabwe is still lagging behind on problem solving techniques.
Science MakerLab, according to Masuku, has attracted students from the National University of Science and Technology (Nust) who can take advantage of the available resources.
Masuku says his dream is to spread Stem learning and robotics across the country before penetrating the continent.
A USAid US$25 000 grant aimed at solving Stem-related problems in society has enabled Masuku to develop robotics kits so that learners can design prototypes used for solving problems in communities.
“Science MakerLab is a platform that provides low-cost Stem and robotics practical education for learners across Zimbabwe and Africa as a whole. We are hinged on producing practical work on de-generational technological concepts, which can prepare them for the future,” Masuku said.
He added that while they have started with programmes for Grade 5 classes, they will be extending the programme to lower classes starting next year.
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