Huawei Kenya has announced an exciting opportunity for innovative minds and tech enthusiasts with the Huawei ICT Innovation Competition 2023-2024. This competition challenges participants to harness the power of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, IoT, Big Data, and Huawei Cloud to address real-life problems. It stands as an excellent platform for students and instructors to propose solutions with social and business value, and design models with comprehensive functions.

Eligibility for the competition requires a team composition of three students and one instructor. The solutions provided must be original and apply at least one of the listed technologies in an innovative manner. Huawei has suggested several topics for the competition that include environmental protection and governance, assistance for those in need, and global topics such as COVID-19 and climate change response.

The judging criteria focus on innovativeness, technology usage, and social benefit. With a score percentage assigned to each criterion, it’s clear that Huawei is looking for solutions that not only are technologically advanced but also offer real-world problem-solving potential and social value.

Participants stand a chance to win cash prizes of up to RMB 10,000 (KES 215,000), with an additional RMB 24,000 (KES 520,000) awarded at the Global Finals. Furthermore, winners will receive support to complete their projects and win Huawei devices.

The submission deadline is December 15th, 2023, and participants can submit their proposals through the provided Huawei link. The detailed submission requirements include a 4-5 page PowerPoint document, containing an overview, design, implementation, technology use, feasibility, and summary.

For those ready to take on the challenge, you can submit your proposal at this Huawei ICT Innovation Competition link.

This competition not only offers substantial rewards but also presents a unique chance to make a significant impact with technological innovations. It’s an opportunity to shine on a global stage, showcasing how technology can drive positive change in society.