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Technology and Science Minister, Felix Mutati, has underscored the importance of expanding access to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education across Zambia, describing it as key to nurturing creativity among young learners and driving economic growth.
Speaking during the Stanbic STEAM Graduation Programme in Lusaka on Monday, which saw pupils from Northmead Primary School graduate after completing a year-long robotics and coding course, Mutati commended the bank for investing in an initiative that inspires creativity and innovation among young learners.
The Minister called for more STEAM initiatives nationwide to equip young people with problem-solving skills that would accelerate the country’s economic development.
“If you want to build better bridges, classrooms or solve our problems in the energy and agricultural sectors, it is STEAM. Your minds are being tailored to create solutions, and today, I am proud of you. It gives hope to what the future of Zambia will be,” Mutati said.
He added that the government needed more private-sector support in rolling out similar initiatives, noting that it lacked the resources to do so alone.
“I think we shall have a better society. So, the challenge is to not only double, but also spread. Then, you are going to have a much more solid society,” Mutati stated.
Stanbic Bank Chief Executive, Mwindwa Siakalima, said the Bank’s support for youth development and innovation hubs was part of its broader commitment to Zambia’s digital transformation.
“As Stanbic, we’re proud to be part of this journey. Our commitment to Zambia’s digital transformation goes beyond financial services. The numbers tell a compelling story.
Zambia’s population is young — over 60 percent are under the age of 25, and this represents a tremendous opportunity,” Siakalima said.
He added that with the right support, the younger generation could drive innovation, strengthen communities, and lead Zambia into a new era of growth.
“To the students graduating today: you’ve shown what’s possible when you’re given the space to explore and the support to grow. Stay curious, stay committed — your ideas matter. To the teachers and mentors: thank you for your dedication. You’ve helped shape minds and inspired confidence,” Siakalima said.
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