The World Robot Olympiad Zimbabwe (WRO) has expanded its reach to all 10 provinces in the country, according to Victoria Nxumalo, the executive director of Girls in STEM Trust and WRO Zimbabwe national coordinator.
The announcement was made during the official launch of WRO Zimbabwe 2025 in Bulawayo last Monday, marking a significant milestone in promoting robotics and STEM education nationwide.
Nxumalo stated that WRO 2025 will extend its reach to all 10 provinces.
"We are proud to announce that WRO Zimbabwe has expanded to all 10 provinces," she said.
"This will ensure that all our students have the opportunity to participate.
"This expansion reflects our commitment to making robotics education inclusive and accessible to learners across Zimbabwe, regardless of their backgrounds."
Nxumalo also announced a new partnership with the Computer Society of Zimbabwe to introduce an ICT and robotics module training programme, which will be conducted in all provinces.
"Through platforms like WRO, we are preparing Zimbabwean students to become active contributors to the future, equipping them with the skills to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems," she said.
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"Over the past seven years, Girls in STEM Trust, the implementing partner for WRO in Zimbabwe, has remained committed to advancing STEM education in Zimbabwe, from leading Africa Code Week to now hosting WRO. Our mission is unwavering."
Last year, WRO was only present in three provinces: Harare, Bulawayo, and Masvingo.
In his keynote address, Information, Communication, and Technology, Postal and Courier Services deputy minister Dingumuzi Phuti emphasised the role of ICT in economic growth.
"ICT is not just a tool for communication but also an enabler of economic growth, development, and social progress," Phuti said.
"In this regard, the WRO competitions provide an exceptional platform for our students to immerse themselves in the world of robotics, coding, and technological problem-solving."
Participants in the WRO include students from the Primary and Secondary Education ministry, ranging from Grade Four pupils to Form Six students.
Girls in STEM Trust, an education non-profit based in Bulawayo, educates and advocates for the uptake of STEM studies, careers, and business enterprises among Zimbabwe’s youth, with a specific focus on young women and girls.
