National Robotics Invests in Youth Potential and Prepares Them for Global Competitions
Haider Bahbahani and Noura Al-Mutairi emphasized the role of the championship in scientifically preparing youth
Translated by Qiyas from الوسط — Original source
Kuwait officials, including Dr. Haider Bahbahani, Acting Dean of the College of Science at Kuwait University, affirmed that the Kuwait National Robotics Championship serves as a platform to harness youth capabilities and discover their talents in scientific and engineering fields, highlighting its role in preparing students to participate in international competitions and forums.
Speaking at a press conference launching the fourth season of the championship for the 2026-2027 academic year, Bahbahani noted that robotics competitions provide students with practical experiences that integrate theoretical knowledge with design, engineering, programming, and problem-solving skills, thereby enhancing critical thinking, teamwork, and innovation. He added that supporting scientific and technological initiatives contributes to preparing youth to cope with rapid advancements in technology, artificial intelligence, and engineering, emphasizing Kuwait University’s and the College of Science’s commitment to providing an environment that fosters applied learning and innovation.
He clarified that the championship is organized by the Department of Computer Science at the College of Science, Kuwait University, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Public Authority for Youth and Sports. The previous edition saw the participation of approximately 150 teams and over 600 students from various age groups.
The championship includes practical competitions linked to international contests, notably the VEX Robotics competition, which qualifies participating teams for the World Championship in the United States, alongside the Aerial Drone Competition, which qualifies participants for global events, as well as an Open Innovation competition. Registration for the championship remains open until October 30. The new edition features collaboration among various government, academic entities, and private sector companies to support students and develop their skills in science, technology, and engineering.
For her part, Noura Al-Mutairi, a technical advisor in chemistry at the Ministry of Education, emphasized that the partnership between the public and private sectors in organizing the championship reflects the importance of providing a supportive environment for student creativity, equipping them with future-ready skills, and enhancing their capacity for innovation and competition.
On his part, Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Youth and Sports, Bashir Abdullah, stated that the championship represents a national platform to showcase youth talents in science, technology, and engineering, reaffirming the Authority’s continued support for youth-oriented initiatives and capacity-building efforts.
The championship is held in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Public Authority for Youth and Sports, with strategic partnerships from Zain Kuwait and Al-Sayer Group, a gold sponsorship from Warba Bank, and an educational partnership with Kuwait Technical College and Kuwait College of Science and Technology.
