Gauteng Robotics Regional crowns young innovators in Eldorado Park
A total of 169 learners showcased their skills in engineering, coding, and problem-solving at Gauteng’s premier robotics event.
Eldos Chess, Robotics and Coding, in collaboration with SpringBots SA, hosted the SpringBots SA Gauteng Robotics Regional event on June 14 at Don Mateman Hall, Eldorado Park.
The dynamic competition highlighted innovation, technology, and talent in the ever-evolving field of robotics.
The event brought together 169 learners from across the province, who demonstrated their engineering, coding, and creative problem-solving abilities through a series of robotics challenges.
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In addition to the competitions, the event featured learner interviews, exhibitions from leading tech institutions, and showcases from industry partners.
Out of 36 participating teams, three emerged victorious: Ennerdale Secondary School’s Team 25, Laudium Secondary School’s Team 22, and the Eldos Robotics Spark Plugs’ Team 23. These teams will go on to compete in the national finals on 16 June at the World of Yamaha Theatre in Sandton.
Roxanne Reddy, director at SpringBots SA, said the purpose of the event was to inspire learners and instil confidence.
“We want them to know they are capable of achieving what any other learner can—and even surpassing it.”
Alley McPherson, programme coordinator at Eldos Chess, Robotics and Coding, added: “Our aim was to reach schools that don’t yet offer robotics, to introduce learners to the opportunities that exist in technology.
“Not all children thrive in mainstream academics, and this programme gives them a valuable alternative path.”
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Judge Sifiso Kunene praised the participants: “What stood out was the learners’ creativity, commitment, and problem-solving abilities.
Activities like these develop cognitive skills, shape ambitions, and teach them how to interpret and execute instructions effectively through the robots they build.
”The event forms part of a wider initiative to promote STEAM education and better prepare South African youth for the demands of the fourth industrial revolution.
