This archive report was first published on 16 June 2020.
On June 16, 2020, Microsoft launched the Game of Learners (GOL) programme, a virtual multi-week hackathon developed by the Africa Development Centre, to spur innovation among university students across Kenya.
Developed by Microsoft's Africa Development Centre, the GOL programme is a 5-week hackathon that will be executed by Microsoft Learn Student Ambassadors.
Targeting undergraduate students, the programme aims to give students experiential skills to help them hone their leadership skills through 3-minute pitch videos, code repositories, and shippable products.
University students who participate will learn technical skills in a fun competition while building awareness among their peers. The competition was initially planned to be held on campus but was shifted to a virtual format due to the pandemic.
Winners of the competition will receive 1-year Azure credits, 1-year LinkedIn Learning vouchers, and a digital certificate and badge for winning.
Additionally, the programme will provide one-on-one mentorship from preferred professionals, allowing students to interact and engage with each other locally and globally.
Thirteen volunteers from Microsoft will mentor the students throughout the 5-week engagement and judge each team's final project submission.
