Byte Buddies

🌐 Byte Buddies Computer Club - Exploring Technology Together! 🚀

[Alumanda Shakankale @alushaks]

In Zambia, kids are learning to code without computers.
With the help of @TanksTangibl at @BBTechHub we use games,puzzles ,cards & stories to teach programming logic through unplugged coding.
@BBCAfrica this is grassroots #EdTech Africa needs to see.
@BBCNewsAfrica @AJEnglish

[Alumanda Shakankale @alushaks]

https://t.co/MytkPumKcL @BBTechHub @MTN_Zambia @BBCAfrica @cnnbrk @unicefzambia

[Alumanda Shakankale @alushaks]

This Mandela Month, our @BBTechHub kids honoured Madiba by creating a Madiba Robot & designing his signature jacket all inspired by coding & creativity!
Thank you @TanksTangibl for showing us how we can use tech to honor a legacy!

#MandelaDay #CodingForChange
#code4mandela

[Alumanda Shakankale @alushaks]

@ZictaZM @ictjournalist @ICTAsociationZM @ITWebAfrica @QfmZambia @diamondtvzambia @kabwejulianna @Mwazi

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

We’re planting #DigitalRoots in Lusaka!
Kids are learning storytelling, unplugged computing & AI — no fancy gear needed. Just curiosity.

Check out Issue 1 of our newsletter:
https://t.co/jBmVeiCbnc

#ByteBuddiesZM #EdTechAfrica #DigitalLiteracy #FutureLeaders

@codejika

[Alumanda Shakankale @alushaks]

Issue 1 of Digital Roots is out!
Why Tech Education for Kids Matters (Especially in Africa).
We’re proving that even without a computer, kids can code, create & lead!
Join the movement.

Read & subscribe: https://t.co/VBsiJWZfTF
#DigitalRoots #ByteBuddies #Coding4Mandela #EdTech

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

https://t.co/3ppSZP5peE

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

📌 Catch up on earlier challenges! @TangibleAfrica @scratch @UNESCO @SmartZambiaGov @GirlsWhoCode
#EdTech #DigitalLiteracy #ParentingTips #Zambia #GirlsInICT #SmartScreens

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

🎯 Day 6 of the #SmartScreenChallenge is ON!
Let’s turn our screens into tools for creativity, learning & growth.
��� Today’s task: Say thank you: record a message, draw in paint or Canva or even on paper
Kids CAN code, even without gadgets.
Let’s make screen time meaningful.

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

They should include:✅Name of the tool✅ What it’s used for ✅ Why they like it ✅ A colorful drawing or screenshot (if possible)
Bonus: Share a picture of the completed poster on your status or DM us so we can feature it! Encourage creativity – it can be digital or hand-drawn!

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

🎉 Day 4: Smart Screen Challenge
🎨 Challenge: Create a Poster About Your Favorite Tech Tool!
📌 Task:
Your child should design a poster (using paper, Canva, or any creative tool) about their favorite tech tool or app.

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

Today we celebrate #GirlsInICTDay under the theme:
"Girls in ICT for Inclusive Digital Transformation"!
At #ByteBuddies, we’re raising the next generation of tech-savvy girls who code, create, and lead.
Tag a young girl who inspires you in tech!
Share a photo of her in action

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

@Slick_ZM @BBTechHub

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

@codejika @CodingForChange @AfriLabs @zambiaedu @TechWomen @TechWomenTZ @GirlCode_za @unicef @EdTechHubNVUSD

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

We're honored to be recognized by @TangibleAfrica
Byte Buddies is proud to promote #UnpluggedComputing and inspire young minds across Zambia 🇿🇲.
Thank you for paving the way and supporting youth innovation!
#SmartScreenChallenge #WomenInTech #EdTech #CodingAfrica #ByteBuddies

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

📌 By submitting, you allow Byte Buddies to share your child's work on our social pages.
💥 It’s NOT TOO LATE to join the fun! Let’s turn screen time into brain time! 🚀
#SmartScreenChallenge #ByteBuddies #Edutainment #ZambiaKids #DigitalCreativity

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

Day 3 Smart Screen Challenge
🧠 Let’s Get Creative!
🖍️ Challenge:
Make a colorful poster of 5 Smart Ways to Use a Screen
🎨 Draw on paper OR design using a tool like Canva or Paint!
💬 Submit your child’s:
✅ Name
✅ Age
✅ Artwork
📩 To WhatsApp: [phone]

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

@africatechie @MsGeekRwanda

@Nivi_M @RachelSibande

@Ory @UNICEFAfrica

@CodeOrg

@Scratch

@tynker

@GoogleAfrica

@GitHubEducation

@AfricanUnion

@GirlsWhoCode

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

🚀🚀 Day 2 of the #SmartScreenChallenge is HERE!
📱Got kids? Get them learning & creating
💥Today’s task: Write an algorithm to make your bed (with or without gadgets!)
🧠 Boost skills. 🎉 Win prizes.
📲 Join the WhatsApp Channel :https://t.co/4Ssnq4zr4p

[Byte Buddies @BBTechHub]

🚨Day 2 of the #SmartScreenChallenge is LIVE!
Empower your child to learn, create & stay safe online with Byte Buddies!
🎨📱 No gadget? No problem!
Join us via WhatsApp: [phone]
@TangibleAfrica @tynker @TechGirlAfrica @SmartZambiaGov #EdTech #Digital