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The Embassy of Israel in Rwanda, in partnership with STEMpower, has launched a science and technology innovation competition that will bring together university students from across the country to showcase their research and inventions.
The competition, set to begin Nov. 6, aims to promote creativity and problem-solving among students studying science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Participants will present innovations designed to address real-world challenges in education, agriculture, climate change, finance, and other key sectors.
Before the competition, students underwent intensive training at IPRC Kigali to refine their projects and gain hands-on skills to improve their designs.
On Oct. 29, Israeli Ambassador to Rwanda Einat Weiss visited the trainees and praised their dedication and creativity. She said she was impressed by the students’ potential to develop solutions that could have a lasting impact on Rwanda’s development.
“We initiated this program because I strongly believe there are people in this country with remarkable knowledge and the ability to create groundbreaking innovations in science and technology,” Weiss said. “I see this potential every day as I travel around Rwanda.”
Weiss encouraged the students to continue conducting research and to explore ways to turn their ideas into practical solutions that can be scaled up and commercialized.
Espoir Serukiza, country director of STEMpower Rwanda, said the collaboration with the Israeli Embassy is meant to empower students with innovative projects and help them turn those projects into tools that benefit communities.
He said that while many students registered, only 30 projects were selected for the competition, and six will be awarded for outstanding performance.
STEMpower Rwanda operates 10 science and technology labs across the country, providing young people with equipment and mentorship to put classroom knowledge into practice.
The competition underscores Israel’s growing partnership with Rwanda in advancing education, innovation, and sustainable development through science and technology.
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