Kuwait University and the Public Authority for Youth, in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, announced the launch of the Kuwait National Robotics Championship for the 2025–2026 season—the largest national platform in Kuwait aimed at encouraging youth innovation in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The championship will take place from October 7, 2025, to February 11, 2026.

The event is held in strategic partnership with Zain Kuwait and Al-Sayer Group, with support from Warba Bank, and an academic partnership with Kuwait Technical College (K-Tech)—reflecting a true national collaboration among the education, youth, and private sectors to serve the future of Kuwait.

In his speech during the event, Prof. Haider Behbehani, Acting Dean of the College of Science, stated:

“The College of Science’s initiative to organize the Kuwait National Robotics Championship affirms its commitment to supporting Kuwait University’s strategic plan. This initiative aims to enhance young people’s skills and abilities in building robots, applying technological and artificial intelligence tools, and fostering creative and innovative thinking, effective communication, and teamwork throughout the competition’s stages."  He further explained that this initiative contributes to preparing a generation equipped with outstanding scientific, practical, and engineering skills—translating Kuwait Vision 2035 into reality by investing in youth as they are the nation’s true wealth and future leaders.
He extended his appreciation to the university administration, the Ministry of Education, the Public Authority for Youth, and all sponsoring parties for their support.

For his part, Mr. Nasser Al-Sheikh, Acting Director General of the Public Authority for Youth, stated:

“We are pleased to announce the launch of the Kuwait National Robotics Championship, organized in collaboration with Kuwait University and the Ministry of Education, with the participation of school and university students. This championship represents the largest platform in Kuwait for inspiring innovation among youth in the fields of STEM. It crowns the ongoing efforts since 2023 in partnership with Kuwait University, which have already led Kuwaiti teams to achieve honorable results in international competitions in the United States. We believe this initiative embodies our commitment to supporting Kuwait Vision 2035 by empowering young people with modern scientific and technological skills—strengthening Kuwait’s position as a regional hub for innovation and knowledge. This season includes competitions, workshops, and scientific camps designed to refine students’ skills and prepare them for regional and global competitions. We deeply value our partners’ ongoing support and reaffirm our commitment to joint efforts that empower our youth and build a bright digital future for Kuwait.”

Mr. Waleed Al-Khashti, Chief Corporate Communications and Relations Officer at Zain Kuwait, said:

“We are proud to continue our role as a strategic partner for this year’s championship, following a successful track record of achievements in past seasons. The talents we have witnessed among Kuwaiti youth—particularly their creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills—demonstrate that investing in youth is the best path toward building a digital economy that matches Kuwait’s ambitions. We look forward to even greater success as we continue empowering a digital generation capable of innovation and advancing Kuwait’s technological capabilities.”

From Al-Sayer Group, Mr. Mohammed Nasser Al-Sayer, Executive Board Member and Chairman of the Sustainability Committee, stated:

“We are proud to continue our partnership with the Kuwait National Robotics Championship (KNRC) as a strategic partner this season, fostering youth talents through technological learning and innovation. The competition helps bridge the gap between global and local trends in digitalization and modern technology, enabling Kuwaiti participants to engage with international platforms for technology and innovation. This initiative reflects our belief in the power of education and collaboration in shaping a generation capable of confident problem-solving and leading Kuwait’s digital future.”

Mr. Nasser Al-Mutawa, Head of the Digital Group at Warba Bank, noted:

“Warba Bank is sponsoring the KNRC for the second consecutive year, reaffirming our commitment to empowering Kuwaiti youth in the world of technology and preparing them to face future challenges through innovative solutions. This initiative reflects our belief in investing in the minds of young people and equipping them with advanced technological skills, as the future of Kuwait lies in a generation that drives digital transformation and technological innovation.”

Mr. Abdulrahman Abdulqader Al-Ajeel, Vice President for Financial and Administrative Affairs at Kuwait Technical College (K-Tech), added:

“K-Tech’s sponsorship of the National Robotics Championship stems from our belief in the importance of empowering Kuwaiti youth in the fields of innovation and technology. The competition provides an educational platform that inspires creativity and allows students to apply academic knowledge to real-world projects that contribute to building a prosperous digital future for Kuwait.”

The championship targets various age groups across schools and universities, offering unique educational and competitive opportunities to prepare a new generation of innovators in robotics and technology. The upcoming season will feature several training workshops, scientific camps, and specialized competitions, including Drone contests, SeaPerch competitions, and VEX Robotics tournaments for both school and university participants.

In the short term, the championship aims to create a stimulating environment that develops students’ skills and encourages participation in scientific and technological projects. In the long term, it aspires to build a generation of national competencies in STEM fields, capable of actively contributing to Kuwait’s sustainable development journey.