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BeBlocky is using gaming to educate a new generation of African programmers

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BeBlocky is using gaming to educate a new generation of African programmers

submitted over 6 years ago by lukeSky

BeBlocky is using gaming to educate a new generation of African programmers
  • Nathan Damtew founded BeBlocky, an Ethiopian education technology and gaming company, to help kids learn computer programming through animated lessons and augmented reality.
  • The company has gained 6,000 users in just five months and aims to make money through sponsorships and in-app purchases, using popular Ethiopian characters to engage kids.
  • BeBlocky plans to expand its platform across Africa and develop tech-enabled toys and games to further enhance the learning experience.
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