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From Nseleni to the World: Dr. Nokwanda Ngema Inspires Girls in Robotics!
As we kickick start our eight-months MyPlanet-OurHome Hackathon at Amazon Web Services Skills Centre in Cape Town this week, we are...

Girls In Robotics
Mar 25, 20251 min read
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AYI4IR at the Public Relationship with Science Conference
๐ก We are proud to share that our CEO, Emma Mphahlele, has been invited as a delegate to the South African Public Relationship with...
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Mar 21, 20252 min read
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Imagine: The roar of robotic arms, the precision of a laser cutter, the tangible future unfolding before their eyes!
This wasn't a lecture; it was a revelation. Ourย Girls in Robotics Africa ย FIRST TECH CHALLENGE ย team, alongside their FTC peers,...

Girls In Robotics
Mar 14, 20251 min read
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Our Girls In Robotics Kenya Lead Shows What It Means To Change Rhetoric Into Action
Young women in Africa! Watch and learn from this rising giant ( Linet Kamotho ) from Kenya - our regional lead forย Girls in Robotics...
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africanyouthignited
Mar 6, 20251 min read
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"If learning is not fun, we don't want it" Girls in Robotics
As we celebrate the International Education Day declared by the United Nations, we are reminded of the crucial role that educators hold...

Girls In Robotics
Feb 24, 20251 min read
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It's not how you start, but how you finish!
Through perseverance, mentorship, and support, weโve conquered the impossible and reached the FIRST TECH CHALLENGE ย Provincials in Cape...

Girls In Robotics
Feb 7, 20251 min read
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Our GiR Tumelo Klaas Talks about Self-determination and Confidence - the basics needed to thrive in education!
One of the things we look forward to is having the girls reflect on the sessionโs content from their perspective and understanding.ย At...

Girls In Robotics
Dec 7, 20241 min read
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Girls in Robotics Visit Astron Energy Refinery
"What we learn with pleasure, we never forget." โ Alfred Mercier, Philosopher ________ Ourย Girls in Robotics Africa ย had fun exploring...

Girls In Robotics
Oct 16, 20241 min read
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Ubuntu: Raising a Generation That Thrives Through Togetherness!
We are deeply grateful to Teamย Texpand ย andย CircuitRunners Robotics ย for their generous sponsorship of theย Girls in Robotics Africa...

Girls In Robotics
Oct 11, 20241 min read
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Regional FIRST Lego League Challenge
Our Girls in Robotics are thrilled to be participating in the FIRST Lego League regional challenge on 12 October 2024 in Cape Town! It's...
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africanyouthignited
Oct 9, 20241 min read
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โLiving in a high-tech world: should we be concerned
National Science Week 2024 launch, is taking place here at the Central University of Technolog, Bloemfontein as we speak. The theme...
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africanyouthignited
Sep 28, 20241 min read
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From Robots to Real-World Skills: San Francisco Team Highlights the Impact of Robotics on School and Life
The San Francisco robotics team recently shared with Cape Town's Girls in Robotiocs how participating in robotics has profoundly impacted...
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africanyouthignited
Sep 27, 20241 min read
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One of the most rewarding moments in our Girls in Robotics Boot Camp is the presentations. Itโs not just about the technical skills or...

Girls In Robotics
Sep 27, 20241 min read
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Global Tech Girls unite: From Vietnam, Algeria, and South Africa to Girls in Robotics Bootcamp
The powerful stories of young girls from Vietnam, Algeria, and South Africa participating in the Tech Girls program are lighting the way...
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africanyouthignited
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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๐๐ All it takes is a single touch point to ignite curiosity in STEM careers!
As the boot camp comes to an end, it marks a significant milestone for our incredible Girls in Robotics participants! Over the past two...

Girls In Robotics
Sep 24, 20241 min read
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The thing about programs likeย TechGirls ย and our ownย Girls in Robotics Africa ย is this: they donโt just nurture talentโthey create...

Girls In Robotics
Sep 20, 20241 min read
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Kenyan TechWomen Fellow to Empower South African Girls in Robotics Ahead of National Science Week: "Science, Tech, and Me"
As part of the National Science Week celebrations, a Kenyan TechWomen Fellow is set to inspire and empower South African girls under the...
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africanyouthignited
Sep 20, 20241 min read
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Girls in Robotics Bootcamp| The Tech Girl Experience
It's day 3 of the bootcamp; Excitement is building at the Girls in Robotics Bootcamp as participants look forward to learning about the...
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africanyouthignited
Sep 19, 20241 min read
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Girls in Robotics engaging with with Cybersecurity Expert, Former Federal Prosecutor, and TechWomen Mentor from Silicon Valley
#stemforgirls #sdg4 #unwomen #unicef #techgirls #girlsinstem #womenintech #techwomen #usembassysa #usconsulatecapetown
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africanyouthignited
Sep 19, 20241 min read
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Girls in Robotics Connects with Silicon Valley!
We are thrilled and honoured that a Carlifonian robotics team and SWENext's Lori Kahn will be sharing all things (FIRST) Robotics with...
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africanyouthignited
Sep 18, 20241 min read
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