Africa-Press – Lesotho. As part of their Global Economic Community Engagement, MERCK, a leading science and technology company based in Germany has partnered with the National University of Lesotho (NUL) to bring the much anticipated Curiosity Cube to local learners.
The mobile science lab will be active from October 28 to November 07 before moving to Soofia International School from November 10 to 14.
The opening ceremony was graced by students from Christ the King and Itekeng High Schools.
Launched in 2025, the Curiosity Cube is a mobile science laboratory delivering hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) experiences to students aged eight (8) to 13 across the globe.
The initiative is designed to engage grassroots learners in interactive STEM activities and spark interest in technology from an early age.
Speaking at the opening ceremony at NUL, Curiosity Cube Lead Africa Ms. Rachel Homerku said the initiative, led by MERCK’s Science and Technology department, aims to captivate and intrigue young minds.
She said through MERCK’s Science and Technology department, the Curiosity Cube initiative intends to captivate, intrigue and spark curiosity amongst grassroots students, aiming to develop interest in the field of STEM.
Ms Homerku noted that this year’s focus was on Artificial Intelligence (AI), with learning activities targeting primary and post-primary schools.
The sessions include interactive games such as Auto-Bot, a self-driven AI car that follows paths drawn by students; Guess Who, which teaches children to distinguish between AI-generated and human images; and Light Bright, a tool used to demonstrate how AI mirrors human behaviour.
She therefore underscored the importance of nurturing technological aptitude and ethical awareness at an early stage, giving children an opportunity to envision their future in the world of science and innovation.
On the other hand, NUL Pro-Vice Chancellor Professor Kananelo Mosito expressed gratitude to MERCK for partnering with them saying this is one of milestones of being the University of Excellence.
He said despite the growing demand for STEM professionals, many students struggle to see themselves in these careers saying this is to inspire and intrigue curiosity in them.
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