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Science, fun and learning in one place. Luanda Science Center open to the public

After operating as an experimental facility for about a year, the Luanda Science Centre, which combines science, fun and learning in one space, has finally opened to the general public. The opening of its doors, which took place this Wednesday, aims to spread scientific knowledge in a fun way.

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"This Wednesday, the Luanda Science Centre (CCL) opened its doors to the general public, after operating on a trial basis" since January 2024, according to a statement sent to VerAngola.

"The new stage of this institution, which is part of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, is an important milestone for the widespread dissemination of scientific knowledge in the country, and for the implementation of the National Policy for Science, Technology and Innovation", the statement reads.

The official opening day of the CCL was marked by visits from several schools and personalities. "In an environment full of curiosity and learning, several schools and personalities from science, education and technology visited the CCL on its official opening day", the statement said, adding that "visitors participated in interactive activities, designed to boost imagination, creativity and a love of science".

Regarding the opening of this space to the public, the director-general of the CCL, Diogo Morais, considered it to be an essential step in the "mission of making the CCL an inclusive, inspiring and innovative institution, an essential reference in the production and dissemination of scientific and technological knowledge, through accessible language".

"In this way, the CCL will contribute to the valorization of science in Angolan society and will establish itself as an institution that stands out among the science centres of the world", he added.

In turn, João Bengue, representative of the Eupátridas School Complex, one of the several educational establishments that visited the CCL last year, highlighted the "relevance of the space in the dissemination and promotion of scientific disciplines".

The person in charge considered that "children need to be encouraged to study science from an early age, and this space fulfils this function, by transmitting scientific knowledge in a fun and playful way, but assertive and rigorous".

It should be noted that the centre began operating in January 2024 on an experimental basis, "with pre-scheduled visits from 400 educational institutions, initiatives in the area of ​​social responsibility and specific activities for the general public", having, in total, received "around 22 thousand visitors during this period".

In addition, the CCL was also visited by representatives of government, academic and scientific institutions, as well as international figures such as the Secretary of State of the United States of America, Antony Blinken.

"Among the various activities with limited capacity open to the general public are the initiatives ''Estórias no Imbondeiro', a monthly event dedicated to the dissemination of Angolan oral tradition; 'Luanda ao Luar', an activity focused on knowledge about astronomy; or 'Conversas com Ciência', a series of lectures given by renowned figures in Angolan science, and aimed mainly at students, educators and scientific animators at the CCL", the statement points out.

In addition, the center has also hosted several events, such as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, in February 2024, and the III Meeting of Young CPLP Researchers on Africa, in March last year.

The center has seven permanent exhibitions "that occupy an area of ​​six thousand square meters", namely 'Fábrica Infinita', 'MIM', 'UAU', 'ETU', 'DOING', 'POP' and 'Fábrica de Sabão'.

In addition, the note adds, the CCL is "also a space that allows for a series of unique 'experiences'", such as a planetarium, butterfly house, laboratory, kitchen, outdoor modules, media library, multipurpose room and auditoriums.

In addition to the permanent exhibitions, the 'Dinosaurs' exhibition is also on display, and the centre also has lectures and conferences by Angolan and international experts in its programme.

Located in the building of the old Soap Factory, the CCL is open from Tuesday to Sunday, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm. Visits are paid, with tickets ranging from 650 to 3600 kwanzas. However, entry is free for children up to five years old, duly proven vulnerable people, elderly people and retirees over 60 years old, teachers and scientific researchers who are exercising functions and public educational establishments.

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