Mauritius Telecom concludes AI Video Contest 2026, crowns winner of national innovation challenge

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

Mauritius Telecom has successfully concluded its AI Video Contest 2026, a national initiative aimed at promoting creativity and innovation through artificial intelligence, with the announcement of this year’s winners at an official ceremony in Port Louis.

The competition, organised by Mauritius Telecom in collaboration with the Mauritius Film Development Corporation (MFDC), brought together 157 participants from Mauritius and Rodrigues across different age groups. The initiative invited citizens to use AI tools to create short videos envisioning “the Mauritius of tomorrow.”

The award ceremony was held at Telecom Tower and attended by Minister of Arts and Culture Mahen Gondeea, alongside senior leadership from Mauritius Telecom, including CEO Veemal Gungadin and Chairman Sarat Lallah. Representatives of the MFDC, including CEO Kevin Gutty and Chairman Arvind Mattadeen, as well as MBC Director General Alain Gordon-Gentil, were also present.

Gukhoul Shivam Singh emerged as the overall winner with his entry titled “2070 A Letter From Tomorrow,” receiving an iPhone 17 and a cash prize of Rs 15,000. Vivek Binda secured second place, while Shane Alvein Gokhool placed third.

All ten finalists received a Rs 2,000 my.t money voucher and were awarded opportunities to participate in an exclusive Sony Masterclass in filmmaking, as well as production workshops aimed at further developing their creative and technical skills.

Organisers said the contest reflects growing interest in artificial intelligence as a tool for creative expression and underscores efforts to engage citizens in shaping future narratives through digital innovation.