The Burkinabè delegation landed in Astana, Kazakhstan, on August 2, 2026, to take part in the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) 2026—a global contest showcasing the brightest young minds in AI.
After months of rigorous national selections and intensive training sessions focused on machine learning, two standout students, Pascaline Lompo and Madina Toé, will represent Burkina Faso at this prestigious event. They are led by Ariel Shadrac Ouédraogo, their dedicated Team Leader.
This participation allows the Burkinabè representatives to benchmark their skills against top young talents from around the world while highlighting Burkina Faso’s growing capabilities in artificial intelligence.
Building bridges in innovation and collaboration
The International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence is more than a competition—it’s a hub for knowledge exchange, partnership building, and networking among students, researchers, and tech innovators. For Burkina Faso’s delegation, this event is a prime opportunity to showcase the nation’s AI ecosystem on the international stage.
Investing in the future of technology
The country’s involvement in this Olympiad reflects its commitment to emerging technologies and its drive to equip young people with advanced skills in digital innovation and AI.