South Africa - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

We provide educational enhancements tools which include educational puzzles,robotics,educational kits,smart literacy educational solutions and smart technology educational.

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

RoboAuko is an educational tech solutions company specialising in interactive educational solutions for early childhood development,primary and high school (0-18years) We provide educational enhancements tools which include educational puzzles,robotics,educational kits,smart literacy educational solutions and smart technology educational. We have educational workshops for schools,steam educational workshops that empower the motion of 4th industrial revolution and help guide students into different careers paths We provide training to teachers, students for CAT design,robotics design,IOT, robotics classes Artificial intelligence &VR

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

Many South African children lack access to engaging and culturally relevant educational materials, hindering their understanding of local geography and critical thinking skills needed for the 4th Industrial Revolution. Solution: Introducing the AUKODesigns South African Puzzle: an innovative tool that illuminates South Africa's provinces, shares intriguing "Did You Know" facts, and fosters critical thinking. Designed in South Africa, it aligns with STEAM education principles and comes in two versions: a smart loT puzzle map RSA and a more affordable wooden option. Catering to various industries, our puzzle promotes proudly South African and African products, ready for international markets.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

Shape: Resembles South Africa, featuring provinces and landmarks. Objective: Assemble pieces to complete the South African map. Learning: Enhances geographical knowledge and understanding. Thinking Skills: Encourages analytical thinking and problem-solving. Coordination: Improves hand-eye coordination through physical manipulation. Decision-Making: Promotes quick decision-making as the puzzle progresses. Awareness: Develops spatial awareness by fitting pieces together.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

for early childhood development,primary and high school (0-18years) We provide educational enhancements tools which include educational puzzles,robotics,educational kits,smart literacy educational solutions and smart technology educational.

01.05 When was your company established?

2024-06-13

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

Yes

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

2

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

1

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

Kopano Makino, brings the innovations and manufacturing as the Head Industrial designer and conceptualisation. Lerato Modise has invented the talking book who works with children and has an educational curriculum (smart education).

01.10 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link(s) here:

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

j) Public services

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

3

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

2

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

02.03.01 My startup contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

3

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

This is ann innovative tool that illuminates South Africa's provinces, shares intriguing "Did You Know" facts, and fosters critical thinking. Designed in South Africa, it aligns with STEAM education principles and comes in two versions: a smart IoT puzzle map RSA and a more affordable wooden option. Catering to various industries, our puzzle promotes proudly South African and African products, ready for international markets.

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

2

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

6

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

This is where education, innovation, and empowerment converge. Not only does our puzzle illuminate and vocalize the provinces of South Africa, but it also shares intriguing "Did You Know" facts, enriching the learning experience. Designed and manufactured in South Africa, our product aligns perfectly with the theme of the 2nd BRICS Youth Innovation Summit, emphasizing African involvement in the 4th Industrial Revolution through STEAM education.

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

4

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

4

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

4

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

06.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

6

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

4

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

5

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

4

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

3

06.06 The product/service responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

4

06.08 Justification for my startup

06.09 Competitive Analysis

Any 3D designs solutions company like taito 3D and madeinworkshop workshop.

11.05 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?