Rwanda will be represented by 36 secondary school students in a series of prestigious international science Olympiads in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science (Informatics), and Artificial Intelligence.
The students will compete in major global academic competitions held across countries including China, Côte d’Ivoire, Colombia, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan.
Their selection follows a highly competitive national process that attracted more than 56,000 students from over 900 schools across the country, highlighting a growing pool of young talent in science and technology.
The selected students come from leading science-focused institutions, including African Olympiad Academy, École des Sciences Byimana, Gashora Girls Academy, Rwanda Coding Academy, Maranyundo Girls School, and Hope Haven Christian School.
They will participate in internationally recognized competitions such as the International Mathematical Olympiad, International Physics Olympiad, International Olympiad in Informatics, International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence, and the Pan-African Mathematical Olympiad.
Preparation for the Olympiads follows a structured multi-stage selection process, where top performers undergo intensive training designed to strengthen problem-solving abilities and enhance their readiness for global competition.
The first group of six students has already been selected to compete in the International Mathematical Olympiad, while another team is preparing for the Pan-African Mathematical Olympiad. Additional teams will later represent the country in Physics, Informatics, and Artificial Intelligence competitions.
Rwanda is also set to host the Pan-African Informatics Olympiad, bringing together top young programmers from across the continent.
Organizers say participation in these Olympiads provides students with opportunities to access international scholarships, admission to leading universities, research pathways, and careers in science and technology fields.
They commended the Government of Rwanda and development partners for supporting STEM talent development, and encouraged more schools to participate in Olympiad programmes to broaden access and identify emerging talent nationwide.
