Cubroid and mBot2 are eligible for the WRO Coding Competition
The WRO Coding Competition — officially known as the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) — has confirmed that both the Cubroid kit and the mBot2 robot are now eligible for entry. If your South African school already has Cubroid and/or mBot2, this is a big win — you can now confidently prepare learners to take part in a globally recognised robotics event using the kits you already own.
Uncertainty around approved hardware
Schools often hesitated to enter major competitions because of uncertainty around approved hardware.
What you already have can take you all the way to WRO
This confirmation removes that barrier and makes it easier for more schools to participate without needing to buy new equipment.
What is the WRO Coding Competition?
The World Robot Olympiad is one of the world's leading educational robotics competitions, bringing together learners from across the globe to solve challenges through robotics, coding, creativity, and teamwork. It's a powerful platform for South African learners to apply classroom skills to real-world problems and showcase their ability on an international stage.
Run by the World Robot Olympiad Association, the competition includes several categories covering different age groups and skill levels, from first-time robot builders to advanced student engineers. Teams design, build, and program their own robots, then test them against a themed challenge that changes every season. Because the WRO Coding Competition is organised nationally before teams progress to international events, schools that start local can grow into a genuinely global opportunity for their learners.
Entering the WRO Coding Competition with Cubroid and mBot2
Enter WRO with confidence
If you're already teaching coding and robotics with Cubroid and/or mBot2, you're ready to start planning your entry.
Showcase learners on an international stage
WRO offers learners the chance to compete beyond local events — building confidence, collaboration skills, and future-ready problem-solving abilities.
A strong warm-up for CMAC 2026
For schools preparing teams and coaches, this is also an excellent opportunity to build momentum and experience ahead of CMAC 2026.
In short: what you already have can take you all the way to WRO.
Want to learn more? We'll help you get started
Entering the WRO Coding Competition for the first time can feel like a big step, so we've put together everything a school needs to move from "we're interested" to "we're entered." If you're interested in entering, contact us and we'll send you:
Competition entry guidance
A plain-language walkthrough of the categories, age groups, and what your team needs to register.
A recommended preparation timeline
A week-by-week schedule so coaches know what to focus on ahead of the entry deadline.
Support options for coaches and teams
Workshop and troubleshooting support so your team isn't building alone.
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Frequently asked questions about Cubroid, mBot2, and WRO
Which robots are now eligible for WRO?
Both the Cubroid kit and the mBot2 robot are confirmed as eligible for WRO's international coding and robotics competition categories.
Do we need to buy new equipment to enter?
No. If your school already owns Cubroid and/or mBot2, you can start preparing an entry with the hardware you already have.
How does this help schools preparing for CMAC 2026?
Entering WRO gives teams a chance to build momentum, coaching experience, and competition confidence ahead of CMAC 2026.
How do we get started with a WRO entry?
Email info@supportyourschool.co.za and the team will send competition entry guidance, a recommended preparation timeline, and support options for coaches and teams.
Ready to take your robotics programme to the next level?
Whether you're already running a robotics club or just getting started, WRO participation can be a game-changer for your learners and your school. Reach out today — we'd love to help you build a plan and get your team competition-ready.
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