Nagaoka University of Technology (NUT), in cooperation with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), will implement "KOSEN Open Innovation — Challenges from Africa (KOI) 2026," a program for KOSEN (technical college) students to take on the challenge of solving social issues in Africa. In conjunction with this program, NUT has begun accepting applications for participating teams from KOSEN students throughout Japan.

The goal of this initiative is to provide KOSEN students with firsthand experience of global social challenges, deepening their understanding of international society. This highly ambitious project brings together the flexible ideas and advanced technical skills unique to KOSEN students to seek innovative solutions for the various issues facing Africa.

Through this program, NUT aims to nurture the global aspirations of young engineers and promote a new model for problem-solving through international industry-academia-government collaboration.

All motivated KOSEN students who are ready to test their potential on the global stage are highly encouraged to apply.

■Application Details
For information regarding eligibility, schedules, and the application process, please visit the official website below:

KOSEN Open Innovation — Challenges from Africa (KOI) 2026 Official Website:

https://www.kosen-oi.com/s-projects-basic

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Head Office for Research Strategy, Nagaoka University of Technology: Saito, Takei