LESSAT AFRICA × JACTECH (BRAZIL)

FIRE 2026 Competition of Creative Engineering Across Africa

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ABOUT FIRE

FIRE (For Inspiration and Recognition of Engineering) inspires students of different ages through practical, reflective engineering challenges from simple drawings for younger learners to physical, digital, and autonomous prototypes for older students.

More than 1,600 students have already taken part across three editions. As Official FIRE Ambassador Organization, LESSAT Africa brings this opportunity to schools across Liberia, Rwanda, Ghana, Kenya, and beyond guiding every step from first interest to final submission.

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📑 FIRE 2026 Partnership & Information Document

⚠️ Required reading before registering

2026 Theme: Sustainable Energy

Developing projects to sustainably address the increasing energy demand in Africa, Brazil, and worldwide.

01

Renewable Generation

Energy from clean sources like solar, wind, and hydroelectric power, focused on expanding access and reducing environmental impact

02

Energy Storage

Developing solutions to store energy for later use. This includes batteries, hydrogen, and backup systems.

03

Smart systems

Innovation in energy delivery and distribution, including smart grids and new methods to reach remote regions.

Levels

Every age, a way to compete

LEVEL 1

Elementary

Grades 1–5

Get started in engineering with creativity, drawings, and simple ideas.

LEVEL 2

Middle School

Grades 6–8

Digital and physical prototyping challenges that stimulate innovation and practice.

LEVEL 3

High School

Grades 9–12

Advanced designs, autonomous robotics, and smart solutions for real-world challenges.

Categories: Pick the path that fits your team

Free tools recommended throughout: Inkscape, Tinkercad, FreeCAD, Arduino, and Micro:bit.

Art

Express ideas through technical or artistic drawings from invention sketches to conceptual art on science and engineering themes.

Maker Prototype

Build physical or digital prototypes with accessible materials or free tools like Tinkercad, Scratch, or FreeCAD.

Autonomous

Design robotic devices that perform tasks without human intervention, using electronics and programming.

Level 2 & 3 only

Registration & Schedule

Pay attention to the deadlines

Send your project image — one per team

Upload your video to YouTube — optional

Complete the official registration form

Registration

May 5 – Sep 30, 2026

Oct 1 – Oct 29, 2026

Nov 1, 2026

Ready to bring FIRE to your school?

Register your interest below, and a member of the LESSAT Africa team will personally guide you through registration and preparation.

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