“Egerton University is committed to supporting initiatives that inspire students to pursue science, technology and innovation. Providing opportunities for learners from remote and underserved regions to interact with university environments is critical in shaping the next generation of engineers and innovators,” he said.Also present during the discussions was Prof. George Owuor, who emphasized the importance of building strong linkages between universities, schools and international innovation platforms.Prof. Owuor noted that the Tech Challenge offers a unique opportunity for students to apply classroom knowledge to practical engineering problems while developing teamwork and critical thinking skills.The meeting was also attended by Dr. Mulerwa and Prof. Liu Guo, alongside faculty members involved in research and STEM programmes at the university.

Through the partnership, Egerton University is expected to provide a supportive environment where learners participating in the challenge can interact with researchers, laboratories and innovation spaces within the institution.The Tech Challenge programme brings together students from Grade 4 to Form 4 who work in teams to design and build solutions to real-world engineering problems. For the 2025/2026 cycle, the theme titled “Raise the Roof” tasks participants with designing structures capable of withstanding environmental forces.In addition to the student competition, the programme includes Design Challenge Learning, a training initiative for teachers aimed at strengthening STEM instruction through hands-on and problem-based learning approaches aligned with the Competency-Based Curriculum.