10TH EDITION OF HUAWEI ICT COMPETITION LAUNCHED IN KENYA TO BUILD NEXT-GENERATION TECH TALENT

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Participants and officials pose for a group photo during the launch of the 10th Edition of the Huawei ICT Competition 2025–2026 at Serena Hotel, Nairobi. The event marks the opening of registrations aimed at nurturing Kenya’s next-generation tech talent.

By: Glad Tv reporter 

The 10th edition of the Huawei ICT Competition has been launched in Kenya, aiming to empower the next generation of tech talent in the country. The competition, presented in partnership with UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education, provides a platform for students to showcase their skills in emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cloud Computing, and Networking.

The launch event was attended by prominent figures, including the Rt. Hon. (Dr.) Moses F. M. Wetang’ula, EGH, MP, Speaker of the National Assembly, and Dr. Esther Muoria, Principal Secretary, State Department for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET).

According to the Speaker, "As artificial intelligence and automation reshape the job market, I urge our young people to embrace AI skills so they can thrive in the economy of the future." He also emphasized that "This global competition has opened remarkable opportunities for youth in technology and the innovation space".

Dr. Muoria highlighted the public-private collaboration at the heart of the initiative, saying, "The Huawei ICT Competition has become an important platform for identifying, nurturing, and showcasing top ICT talent from our TVET institutions. This partnership is a shining example of the positive impact that public–private collaboration can have on education and youth empowerment."

The competition aims to double participation from 6,000 to 12,000 students, expanding opportunities to more youth across the country. National winners will join the Regional Competition and then the Global Competition, with participants gaining industry-recognized certifications and potential prizes, including gadgets, cash, and internships.

Dr. Muoria also noted that the competition is helping bridge the gender gap in tech, saying, "With record female participation and award-winning all-girl teams, the ICT Competition is helping bridge the gender gap in tech."

Michael Kamau, ICT Academy Program Manager, Huawei Kenya, emphasized the impact of the competition, saying, "The Huawei ICT Competition has empowered thousands of Kenyan students with digital skills, real-world exposure, and global platforms to compete and succeed."

Khadija Ahmed Mohammed, Media Director, Public Affairs and Communication, Huawei Kenya, added, "This competition has been a testament to the shared commitment of Huawei, Kenya, and China to equip youth with world-class skills, offering a global platform where they can compete with the best from over 70 countries — and we call on all students, especially women and girls, to embrace STEM, seize this opportunity, and lead on the world stage."

The competition is part of Huawei's ICT Academy program, which provides structured, industry-aligned training in networking, cloud computing, AI, and cybersecurity. This initiative supports the Kenya National AI Strategy (2025-2030), aiming to position Kenya as a regional leader in AI research, innovation, and commercialization.

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