TECHNOLOGY FOR GOOD HACKATHON
Welcome to the "Technology for Good" Hackathon.
We are calling all technology enthusiast, visionaries, creators, and problem-solvers who have innovative ideas and solutions that tackle pressing challenges facing Nigeria and the wider African continent. Do you have an idea that could make a difference? It’s time to bring it to life.
We’re looking for submissions that address critical areas such as education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and fintech. This is your chance to contribute meaningful solutions that resonate with community needs and stand a chance to win cash prizes.
To participate, submit your idea and proposed solution through our application process. The most promising and impactful entries will be selected to join us at the hackathon for a day filled with collaboration, mentorship, and the opportunity to refine and pitch your ideas to a panel of expert judges.
This is more than a competition, it’s a collaborative effort to harness technology for the greater good.
Categories
- Education: Innovations to enhance learning experiences, accessibility, and educational equity.
- Healthcare: Solutions for improved health outcomes, access to medical resources, and personalized care.
- Environmental Sustainability: Tech-driven approaches to conservation, resource management, and sustainable living.
- Social Justice: Tools to promote equality, inclusivity, and address social injustices.
- Fin-Tech: Gateways to enhance the payments structure in Africa
Technology for Good Hackathon is where innovation meets collaboration and ideas become reality.
From seasoned developers to aspiring coders, everyone has a seat at the table.
Eligibility
- 18 Years & Above
- Maximum of 5 candidates for team submissions.
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Cash Prizes
Winner : NGN 1,000,000
First Runner Up : NGN 500,000
Second Runner Up : NGN 250,000
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FAQs
Absolutely! We welcome individual innovators with open arms. Your unique ideas are eagerly awaited.
Yes, team participation is encouraged. Please note, the maximum team size allowed is five members.
While we welcome innovative ideas across all our thematic areas, we especially encourage submissions that propose novel solutions to community challenges specific to Nigeria and the broader African continent. Projects that demonstrate a deep understanding of local contexts and offer tangible benefits to these communities are highly valued in this hackathon.
The hackathon will focus on Education, Healthcare, Environmental Sustainability, and Fin-Tech. These themes are meant to guide your innovative solutions.
While having a working prototype could be advantageous, it is not mandatory. The emphasis will be on the clarity, impact, and the proposed methodology of your solution.
Upon selection, we will pair you with a mentor suited to your project’s needs. Mentor interactions will primarily be virtual, extending to in-person collaboration on the day of the hackathon.
Judging will be based on four key areas: the impact of the solution, feasibility, technical methodology, and business strategy.
Participants will refine their ideas with guidance from their mentors, culminating in a final presentation to our panel of judges.
Participants are responsible for their own travel expenses to the venue.
Selected participants will be informed via email by April 30th, confirming their participation.
Not at all. We invite anyone with a community-driven idea aimed at addressing societal challenges, regardless of their technical background.
The event will take place in Lagos. Specific details of the venue will be communicated to successful applicants.
Yes, all participants are required to bring their own laptops. The hackathon is a hands-on event where you will be developing and presenting your solutions. Ensuring you have the necessary equipment is essential for participation.
We are excited to announce substantial prizes for the top three teams. The team that secures first place will be awarded 1 million Naira, the second-place team will receive 500,000 Naira, and the third-place team will take home 250,000 Naira. These prizes are designed to support further development of your innovative solutions.