University Vibe Coding Summit 2026 to Bring Hands-On Tech Training to Kigali

A new student-focused tech event is set to take place in Kigali, aiming to equip university students with practical skills in building digital products.

The University Vibe Coding Summit 2026 will run from May 26 to May 29, 2026, bringing together more than 500 students from different universities.

Organized through global and local collaboration

The event is organized by Finity Global in collaboration with Dreamize Africa.

It also brings together partners such as the Ministry of ICT and Innovation and Flutterwave, among others supporting youth innovation.

What participants should expect

Out of the applicants, 200 students will be selected to participate in the full program, following a first-come, first-served basis.

During the 4-day summit, participants will:

• Join teams to work on projects

• Take part in hands-on workshops and training sessions

• Participate in a 48-hour hackathon challenge

• Receive guidance from trainers and mentors

• Present their ideas during a pitch competition

The program is designed to help students move from learning theory to building real solutions.

Speakers and trainers

The summit will feature speakers and trainers with experience in software development, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Speakers include professionals such as Dan Nyabadza and Palesa Mofolo, alongside other industry contributors.

Participants will also be guided by trainers including Emmanuel Kwizera and Stecie Niyonzima, among others.

Who can apply

The summit is open to:

• University students only

• Students from any academic background

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• Beginners as well as those with some experience

No advanced technical skills are required. The main requirement is interest and motivation to learn and build.

Registration and cost

Participation is free of charge.

Students can apply through the official website:
👉 https://univibecodingsummit.com

The application deadline has not yet been announced.

Prizes and opportunities

The summit will offer over $20,000 in total prizes, distributed as:

• $10,000 for first place

• $5,000 for second place

• $2,500 for third place

In addition to prizes, participants will gain:

• Certificates of participation

• Hands-on project experience

• Networking opportunities

Top-performing teams may also receive mentorship and incubation support to further develop their projects.

Final thought

As Rwanda continues to grow its technology ecosystem, initiatives like the University Vibe Coding Summit highlight a shift toward practical learning and innovation among students.

For many participants, this could be an opportunity to turn ideas into real-world solutions and take a step toward building careers in technology.