Program Launch: Robotics for Rookies in Kenya
We are pleased to announce the official launch of “Robotics for Rookies,” a 13-week hands-on robotics education program for Kenyan girls aged 11 to 18.
This initiative aligns directly with our commitment to advancing educational opportunities and promoting gender inclusivity in STEM. The program is a collaboration between the European Business Institute (EBU) of Luxembourg and the Kenya Girl Guides Association (KGGA), with curriculum support from Tech Academy, Luxembourg.
The main objective is to inspire and educate girls in robotics, build their confidence in STEM-related subjects, and create pathways into tech careers. The program is designed to be accessible and affordable to help remove financial barriers for families.
The launch included the presence of Minnesota State Representative Huldah Momanyi-Hiltsley (U.S. House of Representatives, District 38A), underscoring the international significance of this empowerment effort.
Program Structure: The 13-week course is tailored for the 11 to 18 age group, featuring engaging, beginner-friendly robotics projects.
EBU AND KGGA PROGRAM LAUNCH AND MOU SIGNING EVENT
EBU AND KGGA COHORT ONE CERTIFICATE ISSUING CEREMONY
The European Business Institute of Luxembourg (EBU) is proud to announce another important milestone for the Robotics for Rookies programme with the successful recognition of its first student cohort.
On 1 June 2026, EBU, together with the Kenya Girl Guides Association (KGGA), hosted a special ceremony at the KGGA Headquarters to officially welcome and recognize the programme’s inaugural learners. The event celebrated the beginning of an exciting learning journey for young innovators who are taking their first steps into the world of robotics, automation, coding, and future technologies.
The ceremony brought together students, parents, educators, and distinguished guests, including Irene Karari from the State Department for Diaspora Affairs and Ambassador Bitange Ndemo, a globally recognized technocrat and Kenya’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Belgium. Their presence highlighted the growing importance of equipping young people with digital and emerging technology skills that will prepare them for the future workforce.
Representatives from the Kenya Girl Guides Association leadership and the European Business Institute of Luxembourg also attended the event, reaffirming their shared commitment to making high-quality STEM education accessible to young learners across Kenya.
A total of 23 students, accompanied by their parents and guardians, participated in the ceremony and received certificates marking their enrolment into the programme. The event also provided an opportunity for families to learn more about the learning journey ahead and the exciting projects students will undertake throughout the programme.
Since its launch, Robotics for Rookies has continued to attract interest from parents seeking to introduce their children to robotics, artificial intelligence, computational thinking, and problem-solving at an early age. The programme combines practical learning with creativity, teamwork, and innovation, providing learners with foundational skills that are becoming increasingly valuable in today’s technology-driven world.
September Intake Applications are Ongoing
Parents looking to equip their children with future-ready skills in robotics, coding, automation, and emerging technologies are encouraged to apply. The programme is delivered through an engaging, hands-on learning approach that inspires curiosity, creativity, and confidence while preparing learners for the technologies shaping tomorrow.
We invite you to explore the programme, view highlights from our inaugural cohort, and join the growing community of young innovators beginning their journey with the European Business Institute of Luxembourg.
EBU AND KGGA COHORT ONE CERTIFICATE ISSUING CEREMONY
