RecycleBot Builders

18/04/2025

The Schools Robotics Fest 2025!

More than 100 innovators from Grades 2–4 will use their coding and robotics skills in a Makerzoid Challenge and the Acebott Smart Car Challenge.

Port Alfred- 30 April 2025!

Create. Innovate. Inspire

15/04/2025

Future-Ready Learning in Eastern Cape!

Two state-of-the-art Robotics Labs have been launched at Cingani High School and Soqhayisa Secondary School in Motherwell, Gqeberha.

The initiative was inaugurated by Dr Reginah Mhaule, Deputy Minister of Basic Education, and Maude Modise, Managing Trustee of the Shoprite Foundation — marking a major step towards integrating digital skills and future technologies into South Africa’s basic education system.

These labs aim to empower learners with hands-on experience in robotics, coding, and critical thinking — preparing the next generation for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

25/03/2025

Exciting News for Robotics and Coding in the Eastern Cape🤖

The new year is off to a fantastic start in Grahamstown, where students recently had their very first coding and robotics class! As an organisation that champions such programs, we’re thrilled to see young learners being introduced to vital skills at such an early age.

This exposure sets them up for success, giving them the tools they need to thrive in the future. We can’t wait to see these young minds grow and explore the world of tech!

First Robotics and Coding lesson of 2025 at N.V. Cewu Primary School Posted on February 4, 2025February 18, 2025 by Benjamin Wilhelm A new year means new classes and new learners full of excitement and energy. Today was the first Robotics and Coding lesson at N.V. Cewu Public Primary School. The new...

25/03/2025

Exciting News for Robotics and Coding in the Eastern Cape🤖

The new year is off to a fantastic start in Grahamstown, where students recently had their very first coding and robotics class! As an organisation that champions such programs, we’re thrilled to see young learners being introduced to vital skills at such an early age.

This exposure sets them up for success, giving them the tools they need to thrive in the future. We can’t wait to see these young minds grow and explore the world of tech!

First Robotics and Coding lesson of 2025 at N.V. Cewu Primary School Posted on February 4, 2025February 18, 2025 by Benjamin Wilhelm A new year means new classes and new learners full of excitement and energy. Today was the first Robotics and Coding lesson at N.V. Cewu Public Primary School. The new...

11/03/2025

The Importance of Practicality in Coding & Robotics for Young Minds!

When it comes to coding and robotics, hands-on experience is everything! For young learners, understanding how things work through practical application fosters creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

By engaging with real-world projects, kids learn to break down complex problems into manageable steps, all while experimenting, failing, and trying again. This trial-and-error approach helps them grasp concepts deeply, and most importantly, have fun while learning!

04/03/2025

A Historic Win for STEM in the Eastern Cape! ✈️

Last month, we witnessed a game-changer for the STEM and aviation industry in our town! The Eastern Cape Premier, Honourable Oscar Mabuyane, officially launched the first Eastern Cape Aviation School in Port Alfred—a milestone that opens doors for students, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

The Recyclebot Builders program also aims to reach learners in underserved communities by making coding and robotics accessible to young kids.

04/02/2025

Our RecycleBot Builders are utilising Creativity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Pattern Recognition as they design and build robots using the Smart Robot Kit.
This hands-on program aligns seamlessly with the CAPS robotics and coding curriculum, empowering students with real-world tech skills. 👏

28/01/2025

This week, Grade 3 learners at Ekuphumleni Full-Service School demonstrated their creativity and coding skills by building and programming their own Intelligent Car. With guidance from their Educator Assistant and using the Makerzoid kit, the students successfully brought their projects to life and witnessed their creations in motion. The pride and excitement of the learners were evident, marking a significant milestone in their tech learning journey. Here's to more innovation, coding, and hands-on technology experiences ahead!

21/01/2025

A look behind the scenes at our Educator Assistants (EAs), who are hard at work, building and fine-tuning their robotics skills in preparation for the new school year. Their dedication ensured that when schools open, they’re fully equipped to teach and pass on valuable robotics knowledge to the learners. 🚀

20/01/2025

We're thrilled to share that our RecycleBot Builders 2.0 educator's workshop was recently featured in Talk of the Town! 🎉
This collaboration aims to equip learners with the essential 21st-century skills they need for the future.

13/01/2025

RecycleBot Builders 2.0 Educator Training ✍️

RecycleBot Builders kicked off the year with a successful 2-day Recyclebot Builders 2.0 Educator Training workshop in Stenden South Africa where teachers from 11 schools in the Sarah Barrtman District were introduced to Coding and Robotics kits, The STEM Coding Robot Master and the Smart Robot along with a Smart Car Starter Kit. We are thrilled to welcome 5 new schools from Makhanda and Alexandria to the program. The training was an engaging mix of hands-on building and coding, with teachers successfully assembling 3 different robots on Day 1 and constructing and coding a Smart Car on Day 2. A fantastic start to the year, empowering educators with essential STEAM skills!

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