423: The Growth and Future of STEM in Africa

Amanda Obidike joined us for a great discussion about her work in Nigeria and the African continent in empowering and enabling STEM education and job placement.

In this episode you will learn:

• Life in Lagos, Nigeria [5:22]
• Amanda’s journey to data science [7:28]
• Case studies and example projects [13:00]
• STEM skills and the start of STEMi [19:41]
• What are the issues STEMi is addressing? [24:48]
• Get involved in STEMi’s mentoring project [30:12]
• STEMi’s results so far [36:02]
• Amanda’s best tips for landing jobs [39:04]
• Work in promoting education and literacy [45:19]
• The progress of STEM in Africa [47:34]

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