When you step into NxtGen Labs, you can't help but feel a slight pang of nostalgia mingled with a little envy, it forces your mind to take a trip back in time to the typical Malawian childhood filled with traditional games like phada, bula, bwiza, and yalowa, or for the privileged few, video games. At NxtGen Labs, you witness a glimpse of what the modern world offers to children—a place where they can play and learn simultaneously, hence the envy. This extraordinary transformation of education and the digital landscape has been brought to life by Eugene Maseya, the founder of NxtGen Labs Malawi. Recently, their groundbreaking work was recognized as they clinched the prestigious "Start-Up of the Year" award presented by ICTAM.
Eugene Maseya, comes from modest beginnings,but possesses a larger-than-life vision for revolutionizing the digital landscape of Malawi. At NxtGen Labs, their mission is clear—to establish a leading Lab and a center of excellence in the region for training and developing innovations and products in emerging technologies. These encompass a wide spectrum, ranging from Robotics, Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, and Virtual Reality.
NxtGen Labs' unique approach nurtures a generation of young minds by integrating play with learning, eradicating the notion of a dichotomy between the two. In the past, the concept of play and learning was often seen as mutually exclusive. However, NxtGen Labs challenges this traditional paradigm by immersing children in an environment where they learn coding, robotics, and AI concepts through play as the modus operandi. This innovative methodology not only engages and entertains the children but also equips them with invaluable skills for the future. By fostering a culture of exploration and creativity, Eugene Maseya's brainchild is shaping the next generation of digital natives in Malawi.
In Unrivaled's next episode of Disruptors on our YouTube channel, we had the privilege of engaging in an insightful conversation with Eugene Maseya, the founder of NxtGen Labs Malawi. The chat was an opportunity to delve into Eugene's inspiring journey, his mission to revolutionize education, and his vision for the digital landscape of Malawi. You'll enjoy this conversation and the invaluable insights shared by this digital disruptor.
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