BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-After emerging victorious in the sub-Saharan regional Tech4Good competition, five students from various universities are in Shenzhen, China, for the global finals, courtesy of Huawei Technologies.
Tech4Good is Huawei’s entrepreneurship program designed to help young adults learn about the latest trends in digitalization and explore how digital technologies can address common social issues.
The students, Grace Gausi (MUBAS), Nyasha Chinthu (MUST), Steve Tsekani (UNIMA), Tayamika Kaponda (NACIT), and Victoria Kankhokwe (Mzuni), demonstrated mastery in cutting-edge ICT by showcasing exceptional skills in innovation.
The journey to China represents not only a personal achievement for the students but also a significant milestone for Malawi in the global technology arena.
Managing Director for Huawei Malawi, Tao An, said that the competition solidifies its commitment to nurturing young talent and providing them with opportunities to further their ICT skills and knowledge.
“We are excited to support these bright students as they take the next step in their ICT journey after emerging regional winners in Africa. Their success is a testament to the incredible potential within Malawi and the growing interest in ICT among young people,” said An.
He expressed optimism that the five students will have a great performance in the final stage of the competition.
“The global finals are expected to serve as a transformative experience for these students, enabling them to bring back valuable insights and knowledge to contribute to Malawi’s growing ICT sector. We look forward to seeing the best results as they perform on the global stage and how they will continue to contribute to the advancement of ICT in their home country,” he said.
The managing director said Huawei is motivated by the ICT capabilities Malawian youths have displayed throughout the competition’s journey.
“Our objective is to see many Malawian students taking up the ICT challenges to enhance sustainability. Malawian youth have proven their capabilities on the global stage during the recent Tech4Good Challenge, indicating that Malawi’s youth have limitless potential,” added An.
The recent victory of the Malawian team in the regional competition has put Malawi on the global map in terms of technological innovation. It showcases the country’s growing digital talent and signals to the international community that Malawi can produce world-class tech leaders.
The final stage of the competition in China promises to be an unforgettable experience for the students, with opportunities to collaborate, learn, and develop essential skills for the future.