The future belongs to those who dream big. For South African students, the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition is a chance to do just that – envision innovative solutions to pressing environmental issues in their communities and develop the STEM talents that could change the world.
Launched just last year in Africa, Solve for Tomorrow invites Grade 10 and 11 students in underserved public schools to put their creative thinking caps on. The goal? Ideate, design, and propose sustainable, community-based projects that tackle challenges like waste management, water conservation, renewable energy, or pollution.
The competition, while stretching young problem-solvers, provides the understanding, training, and tools necessary to turn these students into true change makers. Through judges’ feedback sessions, educational workshops, and hands-on experimentation with the latest technology, participants gain exposure to design thinking, project planning, and business pitching.
These are life-long skills that they can apply to uplift their neighbourhoods now and propel professional careers down the line – all while putting their schools on the map for innovation.
Past winners have set the bar high with initiatives around repurposing cooking oil into biofuel, developing solar-powered lighting for informal settlements, and building automated indoor gardens that require 90% less water.
While making an impact, participants also have the chance to win R100,000 in tech prizes for their school – whether it’s tablets, software, or the latest Samsung gadgets. This funding could be truly transformative given historically limited resources.
The competition is open now until June 2024. Educators looking to empower and equip students are invited to register schools and learn more at the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow website.
