WRO Uganda 2026
Robots Meet Culture
Explore how robots help shape, protect, and grow art and culture — from heritage preservation to creative expression — through our national competition pathway.
2026 Theme — Robots Meet Culture
In 2026, teams will explore how robots can shape, preserve, and grow art and culture — from ancient traditions to modern expression — using creativity, design, and technology.
Why it matters:
This theme encourages students to connect robotics with real-world cultural problems and opportunity spaces.
Uganda Tournament Timeline — 2026
Registration Opens
Begin your journey
Training of Trainers
Coach certification & orientation
Regional Tournaments
Competition across Uganda
National Championship
Elite teams compete for global spot
International Finals (Puerto Rico)
Global stage for Uganda winners
Regional Opportunity: Select teams may be invited to an East African WRO Tournament in Kenya for additional exposure and competition.
Choose Your Pathway
Teams should select the participation tier that best fits their experience and resources. All teams compete under the same official WRO rules and judging standards.
Guided Team
Kit-Supported
UGX 1,000,000
per team (3 students)
Includes:
- ✓ Official WRO Uganda registration
- ✓ WRO-approved robotics kit (team-owned)
- ✓ Access to official challenges & rules
- ✓ Regional qualifiers & National championship
- ✓ Judge-certified evaluation
- ✓ Technical orientation & season guidance
- ✓ Pathway to global finals
Open Team
Bring-Your-Own Build
UGX 450,000
per team (3 students)
Includes:
- ✓ Official WRO Uganda registration
- ✓ Access to official challenges & rules
- ✓ Regional qualifiers & National championship
- ✓ Judge-certified evaluation
- ✓ Pathway to global finals
Note: Robotics kits and extended technical support are not included.
See Our Competitors in Action
Meet the teams presenting their innovations and competing at the national championship
2026 Competition Categories
RoboMission
Ages
Elementary (8-12) | Junior (11-15) | Senior (14-19)
Team Size
2-3 students + coach
Focus
Build autonomous robot solving on-field missions
Future Innovators
Ages
Elementary | Junior | Senior
Team Size
2-3 students + coach
Focus
Project-based innovation solving real-world problems
Future Engineers
Ages
Senior (14-19) | Uni (17-22)
Team Size
2-3 students + coach
Focus
Advanced autonomous robotics challenges
Build. Present. Compete.
Transform your ideas into tangible robots and present to national judges
Rules & Official Documents
All teams must compete according to official WRO rules. National and international rules documents are available for download here.
Who Can Join?
🏫
Schools
🤖
Robotics Clubs
🎓
Universities
👥
Community Groups
Teams may consist of students ages 8-22 with 2-3 members and a coach. Schools, clubs, universities, community groups, and families can participate.
Common Questions
Is WRO Uganda the same as school robotics lessons?
No — competition vs. training
Why is there a participation fee?
Covers registration, logistics, judging
Can a school join without Mindset Coders programs?
Yes — Open Team pathway
Are teams judged differently by tier?
No — same standards
Ready to Compete?
Excellence Recognized
Top teams are celebrated and advanced to regional and global opportunities