Orientation Webinar for the UBA Edu Thon 2025

The Orientation Webinar for the UBA Edu Thon 2025 was held to introduce participants to the objectives, structure, and expectations of the competition on 30.10.25 at 3.00 pm. The session served as an informative and motivational kick-off event designed to prepare students, educators, and team mentors for active participation in the challenge. The main goals of the orientation were to: • Provide an overview of the UBA Edu Thon 2025 initiative. • Explain the theme, rules, and stages of the competition. • Guide participants on registration, submission processes, and evaluation criteria. • Inspire participants with success stories from past winners. • Address participants’ questions and concerns through an interactive Q&A session. The session also featured a demonstration of the submission portal, guidelines on project presentation formats, and a briefing on deadlines and important dates. Participants actively engaged through polls and the Q&A segment. Questions cantered around team composition, eligibility, project themes, and evaluation metrics. The organizers provided clear and encouraging responses, ensuring that all participants left with a strong understanding of how to proceed. • The UBA Edu Thon 2025 encourages innovation in education and technology. • Teams are expected to focus on sustainable, impactful solutions relevant to African communities. • Adherence to submission guidelines and timelines is critical. • Collaboration, creativity, and clear communication are vital for success. The Orientation Webinar was highly insightful and motivational. It successfully equipped participants with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in the upcoming stages of the UBA Edu Thon 2025. The organizers were commended for their clarity, organization, and dedication to nurturing young innovators across the continent.