Betelhem Dessie, empowering Ethiopia’s next generation of tech leaders

In Ethiopia's Sheba Valley, young tech entrepreneur Betty Lim Desi is making waves in the tech scene. At 20, she has six software programs to her name and is a pioneer in tech education. Her journey began at nine, inspired by her father's electronic shop. Betty developed a virtual lab software to help schools lacking science equipment. She founded 'I Cook Anyone Can Code' to teach coding and robotics to children aged 8-18, equipping them with essential 21st-century skills. Betty also mentors young innovators, inspiring them to follow in her footsteps.

What inspired Betty Lim Desi to start her journey in technology?

• A school project

• A tech conference

• Her father's electronic shop

• Her mother's influence

What problem did Betty Lim Desi address with her virtual lab software?

• Absence of science equipment in schools

• Lack of internet access

• Shortage of teachers

• Limited coding resources

What age group does the 'I Cook Anyone Can Code' initiative target?

• 12 to 22 years

• 5 to 15 years

• 8 to 18 years

• 10 to 20 years

What types of projects do young scientists showcase with Betty's help?

• Art installations

• Football playing robots

• Fashion designs

• Music compositions

What motivates Betty Lim Desi to continue her work in tech education?

• Personal growth and innovation

• Financial gain

• Fame and recognition

• Travel opportunities