https://www.uz.ac.zw/index.php/uz-toyota-connected-internship-programme-exhibition-day#sigFreeIdf2b014339d
Date: 28 August 2025
Venue: University of Zimbabwe Innovation Hub
OVERVIEW
The UZ–Toyota Connected Internship Exhibition Day marked the culmination of a transformative three-month internship programme designed to empower Zimbabwean youth with research and practical tech skills. A collaboration between the University of Zimbabwe (UZ), Toyota Connected Japan, Pegara, and other partners, the programme focused on real-world problem-solving in domains such as AI, IoT, digital transformation, and data science.Out of 579 expressions of interest, 18 students were selected (13.7% acceptance rate) to develop innovative solutions across sectors, including transportation,healthcare, agriculture, education, engineering and energy. Eventually, 16 interns successfully completed the programme.
Special Award:
WFP Zimbabwe Grant ($10,000 each):
Prince Masina – Boneka
Rumbidzayi Pamhare – Zagri Boost
Third Prize:Third Prize:
Laptop from Pegara
Mr. Cyton Kwanisi – Nai Wake
Continued support from Pegara and Toyota Connected
Second Prize:Second Prize:
Jetson Nano from Pegara Japan
Ms. Rumbidzayi Pamhare – Zagri Boost
Continued support from Pegara Japan and Toyota Connected
First Prize:First Prize:
All-expenses-paid tour to Japan to visit Toyota Connected
Ms. Linda Bepe – Parklee
Continued mentorship and support