June 12–14, 2026
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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International Technology competition 2026

Future-Ready TVET and Technological Innovation for Sustainable Industrial Transformation

June 12–14, 2026| Addis Ababa Convention Center, Ethiopia

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Competition Overview

The FDRE Technical and Vocational Training (Institute is pleased to invite local and international young professionals from TVET system to participate in the International Technology Competition under "Harnessing Technology and Innovation to Transform TVET for Sustainable Development" theme. This global competition aims to showcase cutting-edge technological solutions that strengthen the TVET ecosystem and support skills development, employability, and sustainable development.

The competition brings together the brightest minds from TVET institutions, industry, and startups to compete for prestigious awards, funding opportunities, and global recognition. Whether you're a student team, TVET institution, startup, or established company, this is your chance to make an impact in sustainable industrial transformation.

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Competition Prize

TVET Focus

Solutions bridging education and industry needs

Industrial Transformation

Technologies for sustainable industrial development

Industry Connect

Meet investors and industry leaders

Competition Themes

Submit your project under one of these TVET-focused themes:

Renewable Energy and Green Technologies

Innovations in clean, sustainable, and efficient energy production, storage, and consumption for industrial and community applications.

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Advanced Manufacturing and Industrial Automation

Industry 4.0 technologies, automation systems, robotics, and smart manufacturing solutions enhancing productivity and efficiency.

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Agriculture and Agro-Processing Technologies

Smart farming innovations, precision agriculture, food processing technologies, and value-addition solutions for sustainable food systems.

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ICT and Digital Innovation

Digital solutions, software platforms, AI tools, AR/VR applications, and IoT systems transforming TVET and digital economies.

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Construction and Low-Cost Housing Technologies

Innovative construction methods, sustainable building materials, affordable housing solutions, and smart infrastructure technologies.

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Detailed Theme Descriptions

This theme covers any technology or innovation that supports clean, sustainable, and efficient energy use. It focuses on functional prototypes or deployed systems (hardware/software) related to sustainable energy production, storage, and consumption.

It may include topics such as:
Solar PV systems and components
Wind devices and turbine systems
Micro/pico hydropower
Energy-efficient machines and appliances
Energy storage and smart power systems
Waste-to-energy innovations
Smart meters and energy monitoring devices
But it is NOT limited to these: Any new, emerging, indigenous, digital, mechanical, or hybrid green-energy solution is welcomed.

This theme accepts innovations (devices, machines, applied technologies, prototypes), advancing automation, mechanization, or Industry 4.0. It focuses on devices, machines, applied technologies, prototypes that enhance productivity, quality, and resource efficiency in industrial settings through automation and digitalization.

It may include topics such as:
Robotics and robotic arms
Automation control systems
Advanced production Technology /CNC and CAM technologies
Additive manufacturing(3D,4D)
IoT-enabled industrial devices
Sensors and measurement systems
Machine vision and inspection tools
AGVs and factory automation machines
But it is NOT limited to these: Any others related breakthrough in production, machining, automation, manufacturing, or digital factories is welcomed.

This theme includes devices, machines, applied technologies, innovations, prototypes that improve productivity, efficiency, sustainability, or data-driven farming. Technologies developed to optimize crop and livestock management, leading to increased yield, reduced resource consumption (water, fertilizer), and climate resilience. This theme also welcomes any technology that improves food processing, safety, preservation, value addition, or storage and innovations addressing food loss, food safety, and the development of sustainable food products and processing techniques.

It may include topics such as:
Smart irrigation tools
Soil sensors, Weather and climate intelligence tools
Drones and aerial monitoring devices
Livestock monitoring systems
Greenhouse control technologies
Hydroponics and vertical farming
Farm automation machine
Food processing machines
Post-harvest technologies
Packaging and milling machines
Preservation tools
Solar dryers and cold chain systems
Food quality and safety devices
Not limited to these: Other related innovations in food mechanization, processing, storage, or value-addition.

This theme includes any software, digital tool, platform, or ICT solution. Focus: Digital technologies used to enhance digital economy, learning, and the digital economy.

It may include topics such as:
Digital learning systems
AI-powered tools
Mobile and web applications
AR/VR systems
Cybersecurity technology
Cloud-based systems
IoT devices
Blockchain technology
Not limited to these: Other related digital innovations, coding projects, platforms, systems, hardware–software integrations, and emerging technologies such as Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR) training simulations; innovative AI-powered platforms for personalized TVET instruction; secure blockchain-based credentialing systems.

This theme accepts any devices, machines, applied technologies, prototypes that enhances construction, housing, building materials, or infrastructure.

It may include topics such as:
Low-cost and alternative building materials
Modular and affordable housing prototypes
Structural safety sensors
Water and sanitation technologies
Construction automation tools
Energy-efficient building technologies
Smart building systems
Disaster-resilient designs
Not limited to these: Any tool, machine, system, material, prefabricated construction components or model that improves construction or housing is accepted.

Submission Requirements

Submission Guidelines
  • Language: English
  • Document Format:
    1. Paper Size: A4
    2. Font Style : Times New Roman
    3. Font Size : 12-point
    4. Line Spacing : 1.5
  • Types of Submissions:
    1. Functional Prototypes
    2. Software Solutions and Apps
    3. Technical Design Blueprints
  • Participation Format:
    1. Oral Paper Presentation: Face-to-Face or Virtual
    2. Poster/Demo Presentation: Face-to-Face Only
  • Benefits of Participation:
    1. Cerificate of Participation for all participants
    2. Exciting Awards for the Winners of the Competition
    3. Opportunities to Expand Professional Networks

Competition Timeline

Submission Deadline
May 20, 2026

Last day to submit projects

Shortlist Announcement
May 26, 2026

Top 50 projects announced

Finalists Announcement
May 28, 2026

Top 20 projects selected

Final Competition
June 12 - 14, 2026

Live judging and awards ceremony

Competition Committee

Mr. Robera Daba
Mr. Robera Daba

TC Main Committee Co-chair

AI & Investment
Dr. Yemane Zemichael
Dr. Yemane Zemichael

Sponsorship and partnership Committee

PhD in Manufacturing Technology)
Dr. Abebe Bereda
Dr. Abebe Bereda

Scientific Committee Member

PhD Dairy Sciences
Need Help?

Technical Queries:

tech@competition.tvt.edu.et

+251-913010926

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Judging Process

1
Initial Screening

All submissions checked for completeness and eligibility

2
Expert Review

Technical evaluation by domain experts

3
Semi-finals

Online presentations to judges

4
Final Judging

Live presentations and Q&A at event