ThinkYoung, Boeing launch STEM School in Angola to build Africa’s Tech talent pipeline

April 16, 2026 in Companies, Foreign News, Science and Technology by Editor

ThinkYoung and Boeing have launched a STEM school in Angola, equipping young learners with skills in AI, robotics, and aviation as part of efforts to build Africa’s next generation of tech talent.

 

LUANDA — ThinkYoung and Boeing have launched the first edition of their STEM School in Angola, targeting young learners with hands-on training in science, technology, and aviation-related fields.

The free programme, held in Luanda, brought together 52 participants aged between 12 and 18, with girls accounting for nearly 60 percent of the cohort. The initiative was delivered in partnership with the American Schools of Angola and Global Shapers Luanda.

Organisers say the programme is designed to expose young people to emerging technologies while building foundational skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking—competencies increasingly seen as essential for future employment.

The latest curriculum marks an expansion from earlier editions, moving beyond coding to include modules in artificial intelligence, robotics, and the metaverse. Participants were also introduced to career pathways in aviation and advanced technologies.

Boeing’s Africa managing director Henok Teferra Shawl said the initiative aligns with Angola’s broader push to invest in science and technology education.

“By giving students hands-on experience in robotics, AI and aviation technologies, we create opportunities and build a pipeline of tech-savvy, skilled talent,” he said.

ThinkYoung founder Andrea Gerosa said the expansion of the programme reflects growing urgency around equipping young people with future-ready skills amid rapid technological change.

“In a time of global uncertainty and rapid advances in AI, STEM skills are more important than ever. They equip young people to think critically and solve complex problems while opening doors to successful careers,” he said.

The Angola rollout marks the latest step in a broader expansion strategy by ThinkYoung and Boeing across Africa, Europe, and West Asia. The next edition of the STEM School is scheduled to take place in Dakar, Senegal, later this year.

Over the past decade, the partnership has reached nearly 1,900 young people globally, including about 850 in Africa, with a strong emphasis on gender inclusion. Organisers say around 60 percent of participants have been girls and young women.

The initiative comes as African economies increasingly prioritise digital skills development to support industrialisation, innovation, and job creation. Governments across the continent are investing in STEM education as part of long-term strategies to build competitive, knowledge-based economies.

For Angola, the programme adds to ongoing efforts to strengthen human capital in science and technology, positioning young people to participate in a rapidly evolving global economy.