Machakos University Student Leads Kenya to Historic Global Grand Prize at Huawei ICT Competition 2025-2026
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Machakos University is celebrating a landmark achievement on the global stage after its student, Salem Kim Lumumba, a third-year Bachelor of Science student in Cloud Computing and Information Security, led his team to victory and secured the coveted Global Grand Prize in the Cloud Track at the Huawei ICT Competition 2025-2026 Global Finals.
The competition brought together over 210,000 students from more than 100 countries and regions, making it one of the world’s most prestigious ICT contests. Through exceptional technical expertise, innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, Salem and his teammates emerged as the world’s best in the highly competitive Cloud Track category.
This outstanding accomplishment is a testament to the dedication, resilience, and talent of the students, as well as the quality mentorship provided by Mr. Franklin Mutisya, a Huawei ICT Academy Instructor at Machakos University. His commitment to nurturing globally competitive ICT professionals has played a significant role in shaping this remarkable success.
The victory is particularly historic as it marks the first time Kenya has won the highest award in the Huawei ICT Competition since the global contest was launched a decade ago. The achievement strengthens Kenya’s growing reputation as a hub for digital innovation, cloud computing, and technology excellence, while positioning Machakos University among the leading institutions driving ICT talent development in Africa.
The success also reflects Machakos University’s unwavering commitment to excellence in ICT education through industry-aligned training, hands-on learning, modern technological infrastructure, and strong collaborations with industry partners, including Huawei Technologies. Over the years, the University has consistently produced students who excel in global ICT platforms, reaffirming its role in shaping the next generation of technology leaders.
Machakos University congratulates Salem Kim Lumumba, his teammates from JKUAT and Mount Kenya University, and their instructor, Mr. Franklin Mutisya, for this extraordinary achievement. Their victory is a powerful reminder that with determination, innovation, quality mentorship, and access to world-class learning opportunities, Kenyan students can compete and triumph on the global stage.
Congratulations, Salem Kim Lumumba! Congratulations, Team Kenya! Congratulations, Machakos University!
