Chuka University student Mary Odhiambo has won the Resilience Award at the 2026 International Quant Championship (IQC) Global Finals held in Singapore, marking another milestone for Kenya in international academic competitions.
Odhiambo earned the recognition for her resilience and perseverance in a competition that attracted participants from across the world.
Her achievement also strengthens Chuka University's growing reputation in the global competition, with the institution reaching the IQC Global Finals for the second consecutive year.
The university also participated in the 2025 Global Finals, making it the only university reported to have featured in the global competition in both 2025 and 2026.
Championship attracts participants from 167 countries
The 2026 championship attracted 156,029 registrations from 167 countries and more than 13,000 universities worldwide, highlighting the scale and competitiveness of the event.
Africa accounted for 44,725 registrations, representing approximately 28.7 per cent of the global total.
Against this competitive background, Odhiambo's award highlights her determination and ability to distinguish herself among participants from different countries and academic institutions.
The recognition is also a boost for Chuka University and Kenya's higher education sector, demonstrating the potential of local students to compete on international platforms.
Consecutive appearances highlight Kenyan academic talent
The university's consecutive appearances at the global finals point to sustained participation in the championship and provide an opportunity to showcase Kenyan academic talent to the world.
Odhiambo's achievement is expected to inspire other students to pursue excellence and participate in international academic competitions.
Her award places her among the standout participants recognised at the 2026 finals and adds to Chuka University's record of representation at the global event.
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