Space, science and technology through an African lens. Made for curious minds ready to explore what’s possible.
Building the future today.
The Black Orbit App is an innovative, AI-powered mobile learning platform developed by the Black Orbit Foundation to introduce children and young people to the exciting worlds of space exploration, science, technology, artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship.
Through interactive learning experiences, gamification, educational games and engaging masterclasses, the app makes learning fun, practical and inspiring. It empowers young minds to explore the space industry, understand emerging technologies, generate creative ideas, develop problem-solving skills and transform their ideas into innovative solutions.
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Take a quick look at how the Black Orbit App brings space, science and technology to life for young learners.
Learn Through PlayDiscover exciting facts, solve challenges and build knowledge through interactive learning activities. Each stage encourages curiosity, critical thinking and discovery.
From Ideas to ProductsVirtual masterclasses introducing young innovators to practical, hands-on technology and entrepreneurship skills. Learn how to transform ideas into real products and solutions.
Celebrating African InnovatorsMeet the African scientists, founders and inventors making a difference across the world. Discover their stories, achievements and contributions to innovation.
Discover Your FutureExplore future-facing careers with the help of artificial intelligence. Discover relevant skills, projects and practical next steps to prepare for your chosen path.
Choose specialists whose skills work together.
Engineering is about tradeoffs. Pick the craft that fits your mission
Design a base that keeps your crew alive on arrival.
From the solar system to black holes, discover the science behind the universe through bite-sized lessons, videos and quizzes.
Swipe through the solar system, planet by planet.
See how thrust, fuel and gravity get a rocket off the ground.
Lock in what you learned with short, playful questions.
The Black Orbit Career Navigator helps young people discover career paths based on their interests, strengths, skills and ambitions. Instead of a long questionnaire, it's a natural chat with an AI career guide.
Say hello and tell the guide what you love doing
Get matched careers with the skills and next steps to get there.
Black Orbit is building a future where Africa’s young minds don’t just imagine what’s next, they create it.
