Kgopotso Pearl Sekwati, the founder and managing director of STEAM Ambassadors Hub, is deeply committed to community development. She champions STEAM (science, technology, engineering, aviation, and mathematics) education for youth, women, and people with disabilities in rural communities. She holds a National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry from the Tshwane University of Technology, complemented by certificates in Digital Literacy from DigifyAfrica and Environmental Management from the University of South Africa. A typical day for Kgopotso begins with facilitating digital literacy training for learners and elders until midday. She then collects children from schools for her after-school program, where she assists with homework, teaches digital skills, and hosts tech camps during school holidays. She also equips youth and women with skills such as upcycling, recycling, entrepreneurship, and social media management. Inspired by her own children and the community’s youth, Kgopotso established the STEAM Ambassadors Hub to ensure children gain exposure, hope, and the tools to become key contributors to the economy. She describes herself as action-oriented and values learning from others through travel and experiences. Her proudest achievements include publishing “Kick Start Your Future” and “#CodingWithKganya,” as well as receiving multiple accolades, such as the Climate Media Award, Activate Active Citizen Award, NYDA Trailblazer, Sunday World Unsung Heroes, Top 100 Young Mandela, and Sita GovTech Digital Women. The most valuable lesson she has learned is that self-development is key, and the advice that guides her: “Work until your impact introduces you.”
QUALIFICATIONS
- National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, Tshwane University Of Technology
- Certificate in Environmental Management Inspectorate – University of South Africa
- Certificate in Digital Literacy, DigifyAfrica
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Published two books, Kick Start Your Future and #CodingWithKganya.
- Received multiple awards, including the Climate Media Award, Activate Active Citizen Award, NYDA Trailblazer Award, Sunday World Unsung Heroes Award, Top 100 Young Mandela Award and the Sita GovTech Digital Women Award
