The Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Ghana, the prestigious national event of the global Robotics for Good Youth Challenge, is set to take place on March 22, 2025, at Academic City University, starting at 8:00 AM.
This exciting competition will see young innovators from across Ghana showcase their skills in robotics and artificial intelligence, tackling real-world challenges in disaster response.
The event serves as a qualifying tournament for the Grand Finale in Geneva during the AI for Good Global Summit 2025, a global platform driving sustainable innovation through AI and robotics.
Empowering Youth Through Robotics and AI:
The Robotics for Good Youth Challenge is an inclusive, UN-based robotics competition that empowers young minds to design, build, and program robots to address real-world challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This year’s focus on disaster response highlights the role of technology in tackling humanitarian crises and improving global resilience.
The competition is open to all individuals and teams, fostering creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Participants will use free software and hardware robotics, promoting accessibility, sustainability, and environmental consciousness in AI-driven solutions.
A Milestone for Ghana’s Robotics Community:
This maiden edition has attracted 25 teams, representing both junior and senior categories, from top educational institutions across the country.
Participating schools include:
- Globen School
- My Redeemer School
- Armahia Community School
- New Hope School
- The Oyster Academy
- Royal Standard Learning Centre
- KinderKids International School
- Koforidua Secondary Technical
- Adisadel College.
Exciting Opportunities for the Winners:
The top-performing team will receive a fully sponsored ticket to represent Ghana at the Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Grand Finale in Geneva.
Additional benefits include:
- Leader’s Pass to attend the AI for Good Global Summit 2025
- Exhibition Booth to showcase their innovations on a global stage.
- Pitching Opportunity in the prestigious Youth Zone.
- Exclusive Mentorship from judges and industry experts.
- Networking Access to UN representatives and potential partners
A Collaborative Effort to Shape the Future.
This event is organized by The MakersPlace, in collaboration with Academic City University, Technology and Entrepreneurship Center (TEC), Coral Reef Innovation Hub, MakeLab, InovTech STEM Center, TME Education, Amarew, Techten Planet, Ghana EdTech Alliance, IEEE Young Professionals Ghana, Firefly IO, Edulearn Ghana, Coderina EdTech Foundation, Bountiful STEM Educational Foundation, and the Coalition for Climate Entrepreneurship.
Together, these partners are driving a movement to advance AI and robotics education in Ghana, ensuring that young innovators have the skills and resources to make a meaningful impact.
Background:
The Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Ghana is more than a competition—it’s a platform for innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development.
We invite students, educators, tech enthusiasts, policymakers, and industry leaders to witness this groundbreaking event and support the next generation of AI and robotics pioneers.
Event Date: March 22, 2025
Venue: Academic City University, Accra
Time: 8:00 AM
For more information, media inquiries, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +233 249 391817
Website: https://makersplacegh.com/competitions/robotics-for-good-youth-challenge/
Let’s build a smarter, more sustainable future—one robot at a time!
Article From Michael Ofosu-Afriyie, Kumasi.
