Nigerian software engineer, tech educator, and rising STEM innovator, Rejoice Kosi Anierobi, is preparing for a bold Guinness World Record attempt that aims to reshape how young Africans view technology. In December, she plans to teach computer programming for 100 consecutive hours, a marathon effort designed not just to break a record but to spark a movement that pushes African STEM into a new era of visibility and possibility.
The attempt, scheduled to take place in Lagos from 19 to 21 December, positions Anierobi as one of the continent’s most ambitious voices in youth-focused tech education. She intends to teach a wide range of topics including coding, robotics, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and satellite programming. Her sessions will blend hands-on learning with real-world problem-solving, offering young people the kind of exposure that is often unavailable in traditional classrooms.
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A Record Attempt Fueled by Passion and Purpose
Anierobi describes the challenge as a collision of courage, code, and purpose. For her, this marathon is more than an endurance test. She frames it as a declaration—that innovation can rise from anywhere, including communities that global narratives often overlook. By taking on the challenge publicly and inviting young people to learn at no cost, she intends to dismantle the barriers that typically gatekeep advanced tech skills.
Throughout the 100 hours, she will also attempt to build an InMoov robot, demonstrating practical innovation while teaching. The robotics build is meant to show students and young developers what is possible when curiosity meets opportunity. Her approach reflects her long-standing work as a full-stack developer specializing in WordPress, WooCommerce, PHP, JavaScript, and API integrations, as well as her advocacy for robotics and STEM education in Africa.
Creating Access, One Hour at a Time
Anierobi’s initiative arrives at a time when Africa’s youth population continues to grow rapidly, and conversations around digital skills have become more urgent. By choosing a record attempt as her platform, she hopes to draw attention to the importance of accessible tech education and inspire partners, sponsors, and policymakers to support long-term solutions.
Her message to the public is direct: this is a collective mission. She encourages supporters to participate through sponsorships, donations, and amplification. The official support link—shared across her platforms—serves as the hub for registration and contributions.
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The Future She Envisions
As the countdown continues, the anticipation builds across social media, where comments, messages, and endorsements flood her posts. Many see her attempt as a symbol of African excellence. Others view it as a reminder that young innovators across the continent are rewriting global expectations.
Her story is a testament to what determination can achieve and why Africa’s next generation of engineers, developers, and inventors deserve consistent investment, mentorship, and visibility.
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