The Information Technology Industry Development Agency
(ITIDA) is proud to support the 3rd edition of the Presidential African Youth
AI and Robotics Competition (AYAIR) 2026, hosted by the Arab Republic of Egypt.
This prestigious continental initiative is organized in collaboration with the
African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) and the Elevate AI Africa
foundation.
About the Competition: The AYAIR competition is a
leading initiative aimed at empowering African youth—aged 18 to 35—by fostering
innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies. The
competition challenges participants to develop AI and robotics-based solutions
that address the pressing developmental challenges facing the African
continent.
Key Milestones & Participation:
- -Submission
Deadline: Applications are currently open and will be accepted until
the end of May 2026.
- -Judging
Phase: Scheduled throughout June 2026.
- -Event
Promotion: Egypt’s hosting of the competition will be formally
announced during the AU Mid-Year Coordination Meeting, held in El Alamein
from June 24–27, 2026.
- -Recognition:
Select winners will be announced during the ITU’s "AI for Good"
global summit, taking place from July 6–10, 2026.
- -Awards
Ceremony: The final awards ceremony is slated for October 1–2, 2026,
hosted by the sponsoring nation.
ITIDA invites all talented young innovators to participate
in this continental platform and represent Egypt's growing leadership in AI and
digital innovation.
For more information and to apply, please visit the
competition’s official channels.
