Dell boosts Nigeria education with solar powered mobile classroom

Dell Corporation has given a boost to the Nigeria’s education sector with the launch of its first solar powered laboratory also known as the ZubaBox mobile classroom on the continent.

DigitalSENSE Business News gathered that ZubaBox mobile classroom provides increased opportunities for learning for students with little or no access to technology or the Internet and is being implemented in collaboration with Computer Aid International and LEAP Africa allows for incorporation of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in local leadership curriculum.

While another partner, Camara Ireland would ensure that teachers have the necessary training to maximise the value of the ZubaBox for learners.

The Marketing Director, Dell in Europe, Middle East and Africa, Mr. David Angwin, said that the solar powered lab, are on-site at a Senior School in Nigeria’s largest city, Lagos, which removes the need to connect to any electrical infrastructure and provides an affordable education solution for the local community.

“Equipped with an innovative-shared computing solution from Dell Wyse, the Dell ZubaBox opens up new teaching possibilities and the personal development of students through enhanced training and education,” he said.

According to him, many people in developing countries, particularly in rural areas, have limited access to electricity and the Internet, hence, the ZubaBox concept, which comprises a standard shipping container that is converted into a mobile classroom, was pioneered by United Kingdom (UK)-based charity Computer Aid International (CAI) to harness the power from the sun and to provide internet connectivity for students in communities.

Commenting, Computer Aid’s Executive Chair, Keith Sonnet said CAI is delighted to be working with Dell on this project which has potential to provide many more ZubaBoxes to disadvantaged communities across Africa.

“Corporate partners, such as Dell who sponsor a ZubaBox, play a real role in development and poverty relief. By sponsoring one ZubaBox, companies can benefit an entire community by providing the ICT to support education, healthcare and business,” Sonnet said.

Remmy Nweke/DigitalSENSE Business News
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