Pi and Beads - About Us

From Vision to Reality

Pi and Beads was founded in 2018 by Dr. Amina Diallo, a computer science educator who saw the need for accessible STEM education for African children. What began as a small after-school program in Lagos has grown into a pan-African initiative reaching thousands of students across 8 countries.

"I wanted to create a program that would bridge the gap between traditional African education and the skills needed for the digital age," says Dr. Diallo. "By combining the cognitive benefits of abacus training with modern coding and robotics, we're creating a unique learning experience."

Dr. Amina Diallo
Founder & CEO

Our Mission

To empower African children with 21st century skills through innovative STEM education that combines traditional learning methods with modern technology.

Our Vision

To become Africa's leading STEM education provider, creating a pipeline of young innovators who will drive the continent's technological advancement.

Our Values

Innovation, Excellence, Inclusivity, Community Impact, and Joy in Learning guide everything we do at Pi and Beads.

Why Choose Pi and Beads?

What makes our approach different

Cognitive Development Focus

Our abacus program isn't just about math - it's designed to enhance memory, concentration, and processing speed that benefits all areas of learning.

African Context

We adapt our curriculum to reflect African realities, using examples and projects relevant to our students' lives and communities.

Community-Based

We work with local communities to establish sustainable programs, training local instructors and using locally available materials where possible.

Proven Results

Our students show measurable improvement in math scores (average +35%), logical reasoning, and creative problem-solving abilities.

Meet Our Team

Passionate educators and technologists

Dr. Amina Diallo

Founder & CEO

Kwame Nkrumah

Head of Curriculum

Ngozi Okonjo

Lead Coding Instructor

Idris Mohammed

Robotics Specialist

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