Tunisian startup WEDTECT – DripIn has secured third place in the international finals of the Orange Summer Challenge 2025, underscoring the nation’s growing talent pool in sustainable technology and innovation. The startup was recognized for its intelligent system designed to combat water scarcity through advanced leak detection.
An AI-Powered Approach to Water Conservation
WEDTECT – DripIn is developing a smart system that leverages artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and connected sensors to identify water leaks in real-time. This innovative solution aims to enhance the sustainable and efficient management of water resources.
By enabling the rapid detection of leaks, the platform helps conserve water, a particularly precious resource in Tunisia and across the wider MENA region. The project’s success is rooted in its innovative approach of combining AI with IoT hardware to address a critical environmental challenge.
From National Champion to Global Finalist
Before competing on the international stage, WEDTECT – DripIn had already distinguished itself by winning first place in the national edition of the Orange Summer Challenge (OSC) 2025 in Tunisia.
In the international finals, which brought together talent from across Africa and the Middle East, Jordan’s SafeGuard project claimed the first-place prize, while GazNika from Madagascar secured second place. The dual recognition for WEDTECT – DripIn at both national and international levels highlights the capability of Tunisian youth to develop globally competitive and sustainable tech solutions.
About WEDTECT – DripIn
WEDTECT – DripIn is a Tunisian cleantech project developing an intelligent system for detecting water leaks. By utilizing a combination of artificial intelligence and connected sensors, the solution aims to provide an effective tool for sustainable water resource management, contributing to conservation efforts in the region.
Source: Successful Tunisia
