Celebrated Pilot Launches Aerospace Programme

The programme, which rolled out this month, is conducted in partnership with Air Botswana, FNBB Foundation and Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana. Phatsima said ‘Fly for Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics and Entrepreneurship (STEAME) Southern Africa’ Initiative is dedicated to inspire the next generation, especially young girls to consider careers in STEAME.

“We offered an inspirational innovative flight on November 1 by flying close to 100 boys and girls aged between eight and 18 years of age for a 30-minute introductory scenic flight overhead Gaborone,” she said.The one-day inspirational and motivationally packed power sessions ignited children’s passion for STEAME and give them a sense of purpose in their education. “This is imperative as it provides knowledge they can apply to improve in their daily lives and enhance their employment and entrepreneurial opportunities. It further prepares them to take an active role in the technological and industrial development of their countries,” she said.