The future of Ghana’s agricultural innovation looks bright. Two teams, B-Weh Schools and Right to Dream, won the 2026 Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Ghana national qualifiers. They will now represent Ghana at a global event in Geneva, Switzerland. The competition challenged young minds to create technology solutions for food security. It took place at the Ghana International School in Accra.
This prestigious competition aimed to foster innovation in agriculture. It was organised by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The MakersPlace also played a key role. Google and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) provided support. The Ministry of Communication and other bodies were also partners. Fifty teams with 400 young talents participated. This showed a strong ecosystem of support for young innovators.
The competition is part of the ITU’s global AI for Good initiative. Students used concepts in designing, programming, and testing robots. These robots were built to solve real-world agricultural challenges. The young participants showed great resilience. They adjusted strategies and fixed problems on the spot. This experience was a hands-on lesson in coding, AI, engineering, and teamwork.
The winning teams were the B-Weh Trailblazers from B-Weh Schools. They won the Junior category. Team Klone from Right to Dream won the Senior category. Both teams will compete in the AI for Good Global Summit 2026 in Geneva. This global event is the Grand Finale of the Robotics for Good Youth Challenge. The national qualifiers demonstrated the power of STEM education.
Douglas Ayitey, the Founder and CEO of The MakersPlace, spoke about the event’s importance. He said it gives young people the right platform. Building robots teaches more than just coding and engineering. It teaches critical thinking and problem-solving. Ghana has brilliant young talent, he added. The goal is to create more growth opportunities for them.
Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George praised the organisers. He stated that these qualifiers are part of a mission. The mission is to integrate robotics, AI, and digital literacy into Ghana's education system. This approach bridges local talent with global standards. It unites schools, government, and tech leaders. The vision is to transform Ghana's youth. They will become creators of technology, not just users.