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A Grade 10 learner from Tshivhase Secondary School invented a hydrogen gas-powered car.

Munei Netsharotha in Makhuvha village, near Vhufuli, Limpopo, was about to attend the National Science Week – held on Saturday, 28 September at the Central University of Technology in the Free State – when the Limpopo Education MEC Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya visited to congratulate him, per the Polokwane Review.

The Department of Science and Innovation hosts National Science Week every year, celebrating the vital role that science, technology, and innovation play in our everyday lives. It’s a lekker opportunity for learners to get inspired and take the plunge into careers in science, tech, and innovation, opening doors to a brighter future.

Munei aspires to pursue a mechanical engineering degree after matric and has already taken a remarkable first step.

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Munei shared that the idea of developing a hydrogen-powered car first sparked back in Grade 7. With fuel prices soaring, he was on the hunt for a way to make transport more cost-effective, and that’s when the concept of a hydrogen gas-powered car came to life.

“As I stay in a rural area, I designed a Jeep, which will make travelling in dusty and mountainous areas easier. I dream of being a mechanical engineer, and I urge other learners to dream big, one day, your dream will come true,” said Munei.

A hydrogen gas-powered car operates using a fuel cell that converts hydrogen gas into electricity to power the vehicle.

Lerule-Ramakhanya said the visit was meant to wish Munei well on his exciting journey ahead:

“We visited him at his home, to wish him well as he heads to Bloemfontein to showcase his talent, and to motivate other learners about the importance of science and innovation. The country needs energetic learners like Munei, who is determined to follow his dreams against all odds.”

“We have no doubt that science week is also an opportunity for him to learn more so that he can push his boundaries. The province is in support of his invention, and we think it will come as a motivation to other learners,” Lerule-Ramakhanya said.

Naledzani Makungo, a science teacher at Tshivhase, praised Munei for his outstanding performance at the expo in Bloemfontein. He also received a set of science books that will greatly benefit other learners.

Prof Ntshengedzeni Maphweli (South African National Energy Development) and Munei.

It is good to see talent and ingenuity flourish in all corners of the country.

[source:polokwanereview]