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Victor J. Kweka

Victor J. Kweka

Student | STEM Youth Boot Camps

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Software Engineer

  • Education

    • University of Dodoma

      2022 - 2026
      Bachelor of Science - BS Software Engineering Undergraduate Studies

    • Minaki High School

      2020 - 2022
      Engineering Sciences Physics, Chemistry & Advanced Mathematics Advanced Level

    • Ilboru Secondary School

      2016 - 2019
      Science Subjects Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Social Studies and Languages Ordinary Level

  • Experience

    • ProjeKt Inspire

      Dec 2017 - Dec 2020
      Student | STEM Youth Boot Camps

    • The New York Academy of Sciences

      Sept 2018 - Aug 2022
      The Junior Academy

      Lead a team of six in numerous STEM-related challenges that aim at solving Global challenges whilst fostering various research skills in students and helping them tap into their full potential as future scientists.

    • Next Einstein Forum (NEF)

      Dec 2018 - Dec 2018
      STEM Facilitator - Africa Science Week

      Collaborated with local secondary school students and teachers to initiate and improve their love for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through scientific research in form of projects. This program impacted more than 100+ students across the region.

    • Young Scientists Tanzania (YST)

      Jul 2019 - Oct 2021
      Student Researcher

      Conducted immersed research in concepts about the presence of microplastics in drinking water and its relative effects on the human body. I also worked on an agricultural-based project about using banana wastes in the production of biofuel(ethanol) and organic fertilizer.

    • STEM ProjeKt Club - Minaki High School

      Jan 2021 - May 2022
      Founder & President

      Launched the STEM Club to fill the gap in STEM knowledge at my public high school and to ensure that students understand the value of the education found outside the classroom. The club exponentially supported students who had innovative project ideas by exposing them to vast opportunities that will shape their understandings and help their projects grow into potential solutions.

    • ProjeKt Inspire

      Apr 2021 - now

      • Assistant Instructor | STEM Youth Boot Camps

        Dec 2020 - now

      • Assistant Instructor | Rising STEAM Stars

        Apr 2021 - Jan 2023

    • Yale Young African Scholars

      Jul 2021 - Jul 2021
      Student - Yale Young African Scholars

      Engaged with other high-achieving students from Africa in a week-long program to learn about various aspects of entrepreneurship and expanding our vast understanding about the United States college admission process

    • Yale Young Global Scholars

      Jul 2022 - Jul 2024

      Developed a project that aims to provide knowledge not taught in the classroom but essential in our daily lives. They include but are not limited to mental health education, youth peer pressure, financial management, and many more.All of these are done through X(former known as Twitter) and Instagram both under the username (@thisuncle). Engaged with other International Students in an immersive 2-week-long session of learning and solving global challenges using STEM knowledge.

      • Student Ambassador

        Aug 2022 - Jul 2024

      • Solving Global Challenges II

        Jul 2022 - Aug 2022

    • Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority (TPHPA)

      Jul 2024 - Sept 2024
      Intern | Software Engineering

      Developed a Notice Board System using React.js for the frontend, Laravel for the backend, and MySQL for database management. This system streamlines communication within the Authority by providing a platform for informative notices and announcements to the company staff. Additionally, I contributed to the creation of a Pesticides Permits Management System, enabling the Directorate of Pesticides Management to efficiently regulate and manage permits for retail, wholesale, and other pesticide sellers across the country. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Victor J. Kweka
      Best Education Program of the Year Tanzania Emerging Youth Awards Nov 2023 This award recognizes efforts made by an individual youth who has a project/initiative to advance the development of the Education sector in the country. It was awarded to Victor as a signature gesture for the work he has done with his initiative - thisuncle - which focuses on revolutionizing the way students learn in the classroom by implementing and focusing on the skills that will help them survive after graduation.
    • Awarded to Victor J. Kweka
      Young Scientists Tanzania - 3rd Place in Physical, Chemical, and Mathematical Sciences Category Young Scientists Tanzania Jul 2021 Managed to stand out in the 3rd place in category of Physical, Chemical & Mathematical Sciences with the project entitled as Effects of Microplastics in drinking water.
    • Awarded to Victor J. Kweka
      Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) National Competition for Secondary Schools Tanzania Revenue Authority - TRA Apr 2021 Overall Best Presenter.
    • Awarded to Victor J. Kweka
      Young Scientists Tanzania - 1st place in Physical, Chemical & Mathematical Sciences Category Young Scientists Tanzania Aug 2019 Managed to stand out in the first place with the project entitled as "The Use of Banana wastes to produce organic fertilizer and biofuel"

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Rising STEAM Stars Tutor

      Issued by ProjeKt Inspire on Apr 2021
      ProjeKt InspireAssociated with Victor J. Kweka

    • Content Creator

      Issued by SolutionFasta on Jan 2023
      SolutionFastaAssociated with Victor J. Kweka