The 6th edition of the Connected African Girls Coding Camp commended for inclusive participation

Abstract

Young girl trainees in coding and technology gathered to celebrate the conclusion of the 6th edition of the Connected African Girls hybrid coding camp. The workshop hosted hundreds of young girls between the ages 12 to 25 with keen interest in the STEAM fields in Dar es Salaam, while thousands joined virtually from across Africa. Trainees completed their 7 days learning and interaction in four practical workshops on animation, gaming, IoT, robotics, and 3D printing, in addition to classes on Gender-Based Violence, UN SDGs, Agenda 2063 and personal development skills. This edition was especially commended for its improved accessibility to trainees with special needs, where 15% of its attendees had access to special assistance to ensure inclusive participation. In total twenty projects were pitched out of which five teams were recognized for their outstanding performances.