200 Students Qualify for Ibdaa 2025: The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) and the Ministry of Education announced the qualification of 200 students for the Ibdaa Exhibition for Science and Engineering, part of the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity (Ibdaa 2025).
Riyadh, December 26, 2024 – In a significant achievement for Saudi Arabia’s education sector, the King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has announced the qualification of 200 students to the prestigious Ibdaa Exhibition for Science and Engineering, part of the National Olympiad for Scientific Creativity (Ibdaa 2025). These students were selected after an intense and highly competitive process, with 480 participants from across the Kingdom having competed in the recent regional exhibitions that were part of the Olympiad’s fourth stage.
The Ibdaa Exhibition for Science and Engineering represents the final and most crucial qualifying stage of the Olympiad, where the brightest young minds in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) will showcase their innovative projects. This year’s exhibition will be held from February 2-6, 2025, at the Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University Conference Center in Riyadh. During this event, the 200 finalists will present their projects, vying for the opportunity to represent Saudi Arabia at the renowned International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF 2025) and other prestigious international science competitions.
The Ibdaa Olympiad 2025 has seen unprecedented participation this year, with a record-breaking 291,057 students having registered to compete. This surge in student involvement underscores the growing interest in STEM fields across the Kingdom and highlights the importance of nurturing young talent in these critical areas. Mawhiba, along with the Ministry of Education, has been instrumental in facilitating and organizing the Olympiad, providing a platform for students to demonstrate their creativity, problem-solving abilities, and scientific knowledge.
The competition is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader strategy to foster innovation and scientific excellence, as outlined in the nation’s Vision 2030. Through initiatives like the Ibdaa Olympiad, the Kingdom is investing in its future by equipping young Saudis with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute to the country’s ongoing development and its global position in science and technology.
The Ibdaa Olympiad not only provides an invaluable platform for talented students to gain exposure and recognition but also serves as a key milestone in their academic and professional journeys. By participating in such a prestigious competition, students gain the opportunity to network with peers from around the world, refine their research skills, and possibly secure scholarships and research opportunities for their future studies.
As the competition moves forward, all eyes will be on the Ibdaa Exhibition in Riyadh, where Saudi Arabia’s next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators will undoubtedly make their mark on the global stage. The qualification of these 200 students is a testament to the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing scientific and technological innovation and nurturing a new wave of talent poised to drive the future of the nation’s economy.
