KAMPALA, Uganda — Toyota’s esteemed Dream Car Art Contest has returned to Uganda for its 18th edition, inviting children under 15 to unleash their creativity and envision the future of mobility.
Launched in 2004, the global initiative has garnered approximately 9.4 million entries from 144 countries. This year’s contest aims to inspire Uganda’s young minds to dream big, with exciting prizes awaiting national and global winners.
“Dreams cannot be limited,” said Isaac Tegule, Marketing Manager at CFAO Mobility. “For children, dreaming is an act of courage, giving them the imaginary leap of faith they need as they begin thinking about their future.”
The contest is divided into three age categories: 7 years old or under, 8-11 years old, and 12-15 years old. National winners will receive UGX 2 million for school fees, while the top three entries from each category will represent Uganda in the World Contest.
Global winners will receive USD 5,000 and USD 10,000 for their schools, with six finalists per category receiving USD 3,000.
Last year’s global winners included Daniela Smausova from the Czech Republic for “Our Flying Car” and Warisara Samrit from Thailand for “Lunch Car for Children.”
Submissions for the Uganda national contest will be accepted until February 21, 2025. Artwork can be submitted electronically or hand-delivered to CFAO Mobility branches across the country.
Fact Box:
– Contest categories: 7 years old or under, 8-11 years old, 12-15 years old
– National prizes: UGX 2 million for school fees
– Global prizes: USD 5,000 and USD 10,000 for schools, USD 3,000 for finalists
– Submission deadline: February 21, 2025
