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LEGO Education Launches First-Ever Home STEM Kits
InnovationJan 20

LEGO Education Launches First-Ever Home STEM Kits

LEGO Education is bringing hands-on science learning home for the first time with four new STEM kits that help kids discover answers to their biggest questions. The move comes as research shows 75% of parents feel unprepared to answer their children's science questions.

Google: scientific discovery2 min read
Ethiopia Girls' Program Hits 99% Graduation Rate
SolutionsMar 8

Ethiopia Girls' Program Hits 99% Graduation Rate

In one of Ethiopia's most underserved regions, a six-year education project just helped nearly every girl complete high school and transition to university. The results are rewriting what's possible for girls' education in Africa.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
$250K Grants Now Open for K-12 STEM Programs
InnovationApr 10

$250K Grants Now Open for K-12 STEM Programs

A new fund is offering up to $250,000 per year to nonprofits bringing quality STEM education to under-resourced schools. The Education Opportunity Fund prioritizes programs that prove real impact and can grow beyond their initial communities.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Ghana Breaks Ground on Girls STEM School in Busunu
SolutionsMay 25

Ghana Breaks Ground on Girls STEM School in Busunu

A rural Ghanaian community that waited nearly 20 years for a high school just celebrated groundbreaking on a state-of-the-art girls STEM facility. The school will honor President Mahama's mother and bring advanced science education to an underserved region.

Google News - Ghana Development2 min read
Tennessee Students Build LEGO Town to Learn STEM Skills
InnovationApr 17

Tennessee Students Build LEGO Town to Learn STEM Skills

Middle schoolers in rural Tennessee are designing an entire LEGO community that mirrors their hometown, developing real-world engineering and problem-solving skills. The hands-on project shows how early STEM education can spark lifelong curiosity and career interests.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Ethiopia Graduates 1,387 Tech Students for Digital Future
InnovationJun 21

Ethiopia Graduates 1,387 Tech Students for Digital Future

Ethiopia just graduated nearly 1,400 science and technology students ready to lead the nation's digital transformation. The country's Deputy Prime Minister says these young researchers hold the key to Ethiopia's technological future.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
Ethiopia's Oldest University Partners with BRICS Media
SolutionsMay 15

Ethiopia's Oldest University Partners with BRICS Media

The University of Gondar, Ethiopia's oldest medical school, has joined TV BRICS to showcase African education and culture to a global audience. The partnership will create opportunities for students and researchers to share their work across BRICS+ nations.

Google: cooperation international2 min read
LEGO Launches STEM Sets to Spark Science Curiosity at Home
InnovationJan 22

LEGO Launches STEM Sets to Spark Science Curiosity at Home

LEGO Education just released four new STEM sets designed to turn kids into independent scientists through hands-on play. The sets tackle real-world challenges in space, animals, and nature while helping parents bridge the curiosity gap. #

Google: scientific discovery3 min read
Walmart Heirs Fund New STEM University in Arkansas
InnovationJun 11

Walmart Heirs Fund New STEM University in Arkansas

A world-class STEM university designed by star architect Bjarke Ingels will open in Bentonville, Arkansas by 2029. The Walton family is transforming their small hometown into an education and innovation hub.

Fast Company2 min read
Sabah Invests in STEM Education to Future-Proof Economy
VideosFeb 2

Sabah Invests in STEM Education to Future-Proof Economy

Malaysia's Sabah state is expanding tech education and AI policy to attract investors and build a talent pipeline for 2026. The government is betting that training industry-ready workers today will drive sustainable growth tomorrow.

Regional: malaysia technology (MY)2 min read
Ethiopia Opens 34,000 Kindergartens for 4 Million Kids
SolutionsFeb 4

Ethiopia Opens 34,000 Kindergartens for 4 Million Kids

Ethiopia has built more than 34,000 kindergartens in just six years, giving four million children access to early education. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says the massive expansion is preparing the next generation to compete in a rapidly changing world.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
Harlem Skating Program Helps 90% of Girls Ace STEM
InnovationJan 21

Harlem Skating Program Helps 90% of Girls Ace STEM

A nonprofit in Harlem combines figure skating with STEM education, helping girls of color break into a predominantly white sport while boosting their academic skills. After nearly three decades, the program has proven that skating builds more than athletic ability.

Good Good Good2 min read
Ethiopia's Made in Ethiopia Expo Shows Industrial Growth
SolutionsMay 7

Ethiopia's Made in Ethiopia Expo Shows Industrial Growth

Ethiopia's fourth Made in Ethiopia Expo is showcasing the nation's industrial achievements and growing manufacturing capacity. President Taye praised the locally-made products for their quality and potential to boost economic independence.

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
States Unite to Boost K-12 Robotics and STEM Education
InnovationMar 5

States Unite to Boost K-12 Robotics and STEM Education

Governors across red and blue states are joining forces to bring robotics programs into classrooms, opening doors to high-paying careers for the next generation. A 10-year study shows students in these programs are three times more likely to pursue math degrees.

Fast Company3 min read
Angola Students Win 3rd in Continental STEM Competition
SolutionsMay 22

Angola Students Win 3rd in Continental STEM Competition

Angolan high schoolers just proved their skills on an international stage, taking third place in a four-nation STEM competition. Their success reflects a growing national commitment to science education that's preparing the next generation for tomorrow's challenges.

AllAfrica - Science2 min read
400+ Teachers Give Up Summer for STEM Training in Cobb
InnovationJun 12

400+ Teachers Give Up Summer for STEM Training in Cobb

Over 400 educators traded summer vacation for two days of hands-on STEM training, learning everything from 3D printing to live reptile encounters. Their goal: bring cutting-edge science lessons to thousands of Georgia students this fall.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
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InnovationMar 27

South Africa Plans New STEM University to Fight Unemployment

A proposed university in Ekurhuleni could transform how South Africa tackles its 43.8% youth unemployment rate by making world-class science and technology education accessible to township students. The institution aims to become the country's flagship applied STEM university, directly connecting learning to jobs in AI, robotics, and innovation.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
Ghana Plans 12 New Universities to Expand Education Access
SolutionsApr 15

Ghana Plans 12 New Universities to Expand Education Access

Ghana's government has launched a bold plan to establish 12 new public universities across the country, bringing higher education closer to communities that have long lacked access. A 17-member committee will design the roadmap to make this educational expansion a reality.

Myjoyonline Ghana2 min read
Ethiopia Launches Free Banking Training for 5,000 Professionals
SolutionsJun 11

Ethiopia Launches Free Banking Training for 5,000 Professionals

Ethiopia's financial sector is getting a major upgrade through a free two-month training program teaching thousands of banking professionals about interest-free finance systems. The National Bank of Ethiopia is backing the initiative to expand ethical banking options across the country. #

Regional: ethiopia development (ET)2 min read
Ghana Invests in STEM to Spark Creative Problem Solvers
SolutionsMay 22

Ghana Invests in STEM to Spark Creative Problem Solvers

Ghana's President John Mahama is doubling down on hands-on science education to help students become creative thinkers. The government has already trained 8,000 teachers and equipped 4,000 schools with new materials.

Myjoyonline Ghana3 min read

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