ADDIS ABABA – Ethiopia’s participation in the global Huawei ICT competition finals has improved its international reputation, Ministry of Innovation and Technology (MinT) expressed.
Huawei Ethiopia has launched the 2024/2025 ICT competition and rewarded the 2023/2024 ICT competitors yesterday.
During the event, MinT’s Minister Advisor Simenew Keskis (PhD) said that Ethiopia’s participation in the global finals that held in Shenzhen, China, has elevated its international reputation in nurturing talent, innovation, represented by young minds embody the spirit of innovation.
The innovation track empowers students and educators to collaborate and push boundaries of creativity, bridging the gap between academia and industry. The Ministry is dedicated to supporting such initiatives and fostering a thriving innovation ecosystem, he indicated.
Deputy CEO of Huawei Ethiopia, Liymin Ye on his part said that the competition is a platform designed to empower young minds, providing them with opportunities to enhance their ICT knowledge and skills.
Lymin added that the exceptional group that went on to the global finals in Shenzhen, China, secured third place among international competitors. The competition offers hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, enhancing technical skills and preparing students for the dynamic job market. It also encourages critical thinking and innovation, helping students develop a problem-solving mindset.
The Huawei ICT Competition equips Ethiopian young minds with technical skills, critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation, which will propel future leaders and innovators in the rapidly evolving technological landscape, he stated.
Over 2500 university students from Ethiopia participated, with 120 qualifying for the national finals. Nine students represented the nation at the regional final in Tunisia, achieving a remarkable third prize, Lymin said.
Addis Ababa University President, Dereje Engida (PhD) said that in that rapidly evolving digital landscape, partnerships between universities and industry are indispensable. They bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application, equipping students and instructors alike with the critical skills needed to thrive in a technology-driven world.
BY ESSEYE MENGISTE
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD FRIDAY 1 NOVEMBER 2024
