TRAVEL LOG & STEM PROMOTION
I have been to a few place, from West to East. I would like to share my experience and my travel goals while relating to how I promote STEM.
EARLY STEM JOURNEY
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INFOMATRIX AFRICA
In 2012, I went to Tanzania for a competition on Computer Programming where I came second (Silver Medal) in the whole Africa.
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FESTO ROBOTICS
In 2016, I was excited to visit FESTO, South Africa, one of the global largest Robotics Company.
3
FIRST GLOBAL ROBOTICS
In 2017, I went to Washington DC, USA as a Team Lead & Robotics Expert from Malawi.
4
Dubai Expo 2020
I visited Dubai in 2017 and I will be visiting again this year or early 2022 just to check a Pavilion I designed for Malawi
5
Haji (PILGRIMAGE)
In 2017, I went to Saudi Arabia for a pilgrimage.
6
Sky 100 (Hong Kong)
In 2019, I had some great time when I visited Sky 100 Observation Deck in Kowloon Hong Kong. The building is the 10th tallest building in the world.
7
UNLEASH 2019, China
I was honored to be selected among 1,000 global talents to visit Shenzhen, China where we had to contribute on how we can accelerate progress on achieving UN SDGs.
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AFRICAN SCIENCE WEEK
I organized a Robotics Competition during African Science Week - Malawi Chapter
TRAVEL GOAL - 10 TALLEST BUILDINGS
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1. Burj Khalifa (828m), U.A.E
This is the tallest building in the world at the moment. My dream is to visit its observation deck. Hopefully before 2022 ends.
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2. Shanghai Tower (632m), China
This is the second tallest building, I would love to visit its Observation Deck.
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3. MAKKAH ROYAL CLOCK TOWER (601m), Saudi Arabia
The building broke more than 10 world records, including that of the largest floor area.
4
PING AN FINANCE CENTER (599m), China
The tower has the best Observation deck I have been to.
5
LOTTE WORLD TOWER (554m), South Korea
Lotte Tower is one of the building I would like to visit some day. South Korea is one of the well advanced countries, technologically and socially.
6
ONE WORLD TRADE CENTER (541m), USA
New York City brightens well with reflections from the One World Trade Center. From a far, it looks like a huge diamond or mirror.
7
GUANGZHOU CTF FINANCE CENTER (530m), China
The deck of CTF Finance Center is one of the most Iconic floors in the world.
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TAIPEI 101 (508m), Taiwan
The Taipei 101 is well recognized with its design. It looks like segments of blocks have been stacked on top of one another. On the other hand, the tower stands all alone in terms of height.
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SHANGHAI WORLD FINANCIAL CENTER (492m), China
Standing tall right next to Shanghai tower, Shanghai World Financial Center is well built and has one of the coolest observation deck.
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INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE CENTER (490m), Hong Kong
I enjoyed my time when I visited the ICC. The building has an Observation Deck called Sky 100 which provides 360 degree view.
TECH STARTUP EXPERIENCE
Basic statistics for our Digital Skills 4 Everyone Project - Digital Malawi Project
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Empowering the Next Generation
A glimpse into the Drone Club where students explore drone technology through hands-on learning. In collaboration with Kalibu Academy, this program inspires youth in STEM fields.
2
Corporate Digital Training Initiatives
A digital skills training program for EGENCO employees focusing on essential IT skills to enhance efficiency for the upcoming MIS rollout.
3
2024 EXPOs: ICTAM Tech Startup of the Year Award Winner
Rydberg Starck Limited showcased innovative solutions at major expos and was honored as Tech Startup of the Year 2024 for contributions to digital transformation.
4
Bridging Gaps in Digital Literacy
Digital Skills 4 Everyone - A program empowering youth and the elderly with ICT skills under the Digital Malawi Project, featuring workshops and training.
5
Innovative Systems Development
FRMT - A robust system to combat revenue leakage and enhance financial management, piloted in Nsanje Boma Market.
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Fostering Innovation and Creativity
Starck Innovators Challenge (SIC): A platform for innovators to devise solutions for real-world issues, connecting academic knowledge with practical applications.
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Showcasing Excellence
Rydberg Starck Limited - Awards Night & Showcase - A gala event celebrating milestones, showcasing innovative solutions, and recognizing team excellence.
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Drone Designing & Building Experience
Built three drones at the African Data & Drone Academy, showcasing technical skills in drone innovation and GIS
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COVID-19 Tracker App
Developed an app to monitor movements, provide self-assessments, and support isolation processes during COVID-19.
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UNLEASH 2019 FAMILY
A compilation of a Global Family from UNLEASH 2019 Global Talents
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Some Awards & Experiences
EVENTS & PLACES
If there is a place I would go a million times, it's in Shenzhen, China. The culture is well blended with technological advancements. Shenzhen has its own concept called Shenzhen Speed: Everything in Shenzhen moves at two times the speed of the rest of the world.
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STEAM HIGHLIGHTS
Yusuf Chimole - STEAM & Robotics
References
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/buildings
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqIXehIl5Uc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dW3oBFQsTc
https://aecom.com/projects/one-world-trade-center/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CU2Ckqrdrdw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dW3oBFQsTc
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/burj-khalifa/3
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/shanghai-tower/56
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/makkah-royal-clock-tower/84
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/ping-an-finance-center/54
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/lotte-world-tower/88
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/one-world-trade-center/98
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/guangzhou-ctf-finance-centre/176
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/taipei-101/117
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/shanghai-world-financial-center/131
https://www.skyscrapercenter.com/building/international-commerce-centre/137
