Nicaraguan students participate in Latin American Innovation Rally

More than 3,000 university students in Nicaragua are participating in the 13th edition of the Latin American Innovation Rally, held on October 16 and 17, 2026. The competition spans 12 countries and involves multidisciplinary teams working for 28 consecutive hours to develop creative solutions for real-world challenges in innovation and social impact.

In Nicaragua, the event features 65 venues and has recorded a 48% female participation rate, significantly higher than the Latin American average of 23%. Winners from the national stage will qualify for the broader Latin American competition, where they will present technically and economically viable proposals aimed at generating social and environmental benefits.