ThinkYoung and Boeing Launch First STEM School in Angola

LUANDA, Angola, April 13, 2026 - ThinkYoung, in partnership with Boeing [NYSE: BA], concluded the first edition of the ThinkYoung STEM School in Luanda, a free educational program designed to introduce young people to science and innovation through practical learning, while giving early insights into careers in aviation and technology. The initiative was implemented in collaboration with the American Schools of Angola and the Global Shapers Luanda. 

The course welcomed 52 participants aged 12-18, including 31 girls. The refreshed curriculum expanded the school’s scope beyond coding, introducing new modules on artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and the metaverse, while strengthening key competencies such as teamwork, critical thinking and problem-solving. 

“The government of Angola has invested in STEM education to shape the country’s future”, said Henok Teferra Shawl, Boeing Africa managing director. “We are proud to support this journey. By giving students hands‑on experience in robotics, AI and aviation technologies, we create opportunities and build a pipeline of tech-savvy, skilled talent.”

“Bringing our ThinkYoung STEM School to Angola - and soon to Senegal - for the first time sends a clear signal: together with Boeing, we are committed to advance STEM education for young people everywhere,” said Andrea Gerosa, founder of ThinkYoung. “In a time of global uncertainty and rapid advances in AI, STEM skills are more important than ever. They equip young people to think critically, solve complex problems, and collaborate while opening doors to successful careers. That’s why we are proud to expand this initiative and invest in the next generation of innovators.”

ThinkYoung and Boeing will bring the next edition of the program to Dakar, Senegal, later this year as part of its continued expansion across Africa, Europe and West Asia. 

Over the past decade, ThinkYoung and Boeing have reached nearly 1,900 young people globally, including 850 in Africa, with around 60% of participants being girls and young women.

About ThinkYoung

Founded in 2009 in Brussels, ThinkYoung is an independent, non-partisan, non-political, and non-profit think-tank dedicated to elevating youth voices. With a presence in Europe, Africa, Asia and now the United States, ThinkYoung works with partners across cultural, corporate, and government sectors to conduct research and design impact programs with and for young people. For more information, please contact Chichak Mammadova, visit www.thinkyoung.eu and follow us on socials: Linkedin Youtube Instagram Facebook X

About Boeing Africa

A leading global aerospace company and top U.S. exporter, Boeing develops, manufactures and services commercial airplanes, defense products and space systems for customers in more than 150 countries. The company has been driving Africa’s aviation growth for over seven decades, with Boeing’s market share in African commercial aviation reaching 70%. Boeing has offices in Ethiopia and South Africa and field service representatives working with airlines across the continent. Over the last decade, Boeing has invested $14.5 million in community partnerships with universities and non-profits in Africa. More than 58,500 people have participated in Boeing’s educational programs across the continent over the last five years alone. Learn more: https://www.boeing.africa