Plastal-Bot Builders

🔍🤖 Scavenger Hunt Highlights!
Teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving were on full display as our young innovators put their skills to the test in the final challenge of the bootcamp!

What a fun and exciting way to wrap up an incredible journey. 🚀👏

Plastal-Bot Builders Concludes Successful Robotics Bootcamp with Appreciation to Parents, Stakeholders, and Participants

Plastal-Bot Builders proudly announces the successful completion of its recent Robotics Bootcamp, an initiative aimed at equipping young learners with hands-on skills in robotics, programming, and STEM innovation.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the parents, stakeholders, partners, participants, and the general public for the tremendous support throughout this journey. Your commitment and belief in this program have been key to its success.

To the participants — your creativity, curiosity, and dedication have been truly inspiring. We are confident that the skills and experiences gained will serve as a strong foundation for your future in technology and innovation.

This milestone marks not an end, but a new chapter as we continue our mission to inspire and empower the next generation of STEM leaders.

Thank you for being part of this journey. The future is bright.

— Plastal-Bot Builders

🔦 Guest Speaker Spotlight: Eng. Yvonne Shumba

We’re honored to welcome Eng. Yvonne Shumba as our guest speaker and LauncHER Engineers Hub representative at the Plastal-Bot Builders Competition.

Eng. Shumba is a Global Service Excellence Specialist at Epiroc AB, where she leads initiatives in digital transformation and operational excellence. With a background in Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering and a Master's in Engineering, she brings both technical expertise and leadership to the table.

She has been recognized as one of the 2024 Pan African Women in Energy Top 50, a McKinsey Forward Champion, and an Impact Leader in the Lean In Equity and Sustainability Network.

A passionate advocate for diversity and representation in STEM, she is committed to mentoring young women and creating inclusive spaces in engineering. Her story and leadership continue to inspire the next generation of tech changemakers across Africa.

🔦 Meet the Judge: Aliyon Tembo

Aliyon Tembo is a student engineer with a strong passion for technology, innovation, and design. His interests span both the hardware and software realms—building systems that are not only functional but also meaningful. From developing intuitive web applications to crafting smart hardware prototypes, Aliyon thrives on bringing ideas to life in ways that solve real-world problems.

In addition to his technical expertise, Aliyon actively explores entrepreneurship, research-driven innovation, and creative problem-solving, often blending design thinking with engineering principles. His work reflects a commitment to turning bold ideas into tangible solutions—whether it’s through a user-friendly interface, a physical device, or a visual concept that tells a compelling story.

With a forward-thinking mindset and a hands-on approach to engineering, Aliyon brings fresh insight and energy to the Plastal-Bot Builders competition judging panel.

🟢 Team Cyber Squad
Introducing the Cyber Squad — creative, calculated, and laser-focused! 🔍💥
This team is on a mission to build smarter and move faster. Watch out for the comeback kings and queens!