Maasai Reading Competition 2025
Record a 30-second video reading a curated Maa passage. Your submission will be judged by native Maasai speakers on pronunciation, accuracy, and accent for a chance to win cash prizes.
How It Works
Our competition invites students to uplift their schools and hone their academic work ethic through a fun and engaging reading competition.
Schools Register Their Teams
Schools register 20 students each in teams of five and compete in a dedicated school category.
Students Learn to Read Maa
Using a combination of in-person training arranged by our partners, the local community, and online resources, students learn to read Maa.
Students Record Their Readings
Students record and submit their readings in 30-second videos via our 'cheat-proof' online platform.
Judges Review and Score Submissions
Native Maa speakers appointed by our Maasai community NGO partners review and score submissions based on pronunciation, accuracy, and accent.
Schools and Students Receive Their Prizes
Schools and students receive their prizes based on their performance, whether it's direct payment of school fees, prepurchased school supplies, or school facility improvements.
Timeline and Prizes
Take note of these dates and deadlines for the event. Please review the contest guidelines to understand the rules and prizes.
Key Dates
Registration Deadline: August 20th
All participating schools must submit their signed Code of Ethics and completed event roster by August 20th
Submission Deadline: September 17th
All contestant videos must be submitted by this time.
Judging Period: September 17th - September 20th
The judges will evaluate the submitted videos during this time period.
Finale: September 20th
A livestreamed event where the top performers are showcased and the winners are announced.
Prize Breakdown
School Category (Average Student Scores)
- Educational and Facility Upgrades (Maximum of TSH 20M)
Team Category (Average Student Scores)
Form I
- School Admission Paid (Maximum of 1 year)
Form II
- School Admission Paid (Maximum of 1 year)
Form III
- School Admission Paid (Maximum of 1 year)
Form IV
- School Admission Paid (Maximum of 1 year)
Open Category (Anyone Can Participate)
- Maasai Shuka and 2% of the GoFundMe proceeds
- Maasai Tire Shoes and 1% of the GoFundMe proceeds
- Maasai Bracelet and 0.5% of the GoFundMe proceeds
Audience Choice
- Winner: Maasai Bracelet
Our Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the Maasai Reading Competition.
Ready to Empower Yourself and Others?
Whether you're an educator, student, spectator, or just a lover of language and culture, there's a way for you to uplift and be uplifted through our celebration of Maa language and academic excellence.
Get in Touch
Have questions about the Maasai Reading Competition? Our team is here to help you.
Email Us
info@culturebee.org
Event Location
Online Event
Support Hours
Monday–Friday: 9AM–5PM EAT
