Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition 2026

The Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition 2026 is a continental initiative that advances Africa’s leadership in AI, robotics and emerging technologies. It invites African youth to submit AI or robotics projects across multiple categories, with judging based on innovation, functionality and impact. The event is co-convened by AUDA-NEPAD and Ele-vate AI Africa and is hosted in 2026 by the Government of Egypt through MCIT.

Global recognition at the UN ITU AI for Good Summit; continental exposure to policymakers, investors, and industry leaders; networking opportunities across Africa’s innovation ecosystem; catalyst for funding, commercialization, and policy influence.

Participants must be African youth aged between 15 and 35 years. Teams or individuals can enter the competition.

Submit AI or robotics projects by 30 June 2026.