Welcome to the annual Hackaholics Ideathon, where problem-solvers, visionaries, creative thinkers, and innovators from across Africa come together to catalyze change through the power of technology. As the largest youth-focused ideathon in Sub-Saharan Africa, Hackaholics provides a unique platform to explore diverse verticals and develop innovative solutions.
Wema Bank Hackaholics Ideathon
Hackaholics stands as the largest youth-focused ideathon in Sub-Saharan Africa, dedicated to fostering innovation and nurturing young talent. With an impressive reach, the event has:
- Distributed $200,000 in grants
- Engaged 37 universities across Africa
- Received over 5,000 applications
A Legacy of Innovation: Hackaholics 4.0 and Beyond
Over the past years, Wema Bank has consistently demonstrated its commitment to innovation, supporting young talent, and driving digital conversations across generations through Hackaholics. With a population of over 250 million young Africans enrolled in universities, Hackaholics aims to create a strategic advantage by nurturing the next generation of unicorns, techpreneurs, and innovators within these academic institutions.
Hackaholics Digital Summit: Africa’s Premier Ecosystem Gathering
The Hackaholics Digital Summit is renowned as Africa’s leading ecosystem gathering. This event promotes innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement, bringing together thousands of exceptional individuals, including:
- Innovators
- Change-makers
- Industry luminaries
- Tech enthusiasts
Benefits of Participating in Hackaholics
Participating in Hackaholics offers numerous benefits, including:
- Grants to build and scale solutions
- Support for product development and integration
- Increased visibility for your team and solution
- Access to a community of founders
- Coaching and mentorship from industry experts
- Learning opportunities from renowned professionals
How to Apply for the Hackaholics Ideathon
Applying for the Hackaholics Ideathon is straightforward. Follow these steps to get started:
- Click “Apply Now” on the Hackaholics website.
- Enter your contact details and information.
- Register your startup along with your co-founders.
- Upload your prototype or pitch deck.
Exploring Diverse Verticals for Innovative Solutions
Hackaholics is dedicated to exploring various verticals to foster innovative solutions. These include:
Education
We seek disruptive solutions that leverage technology to enhance learning and improve educational outcomes.
Climate
We are looking for innovative climate technology solutions aimed at mitigating the effects of climate change.
CivicTech
We expect technology-driven solutions that enhance government and civic society functions.
Insurance
We welcome technology-driven solutions that improve access to insurance services.
GovTech
We anticipate game-changing solutions that enhance government operations.
Health
We seek digital products and services that advance healthcare through technology.
Gender-Based Violence
We are looking for innovative tech solutions to reduce gender-based violence, such as emergency messaging apps.
Financial Inclusion
We seek technology-driven solutions to improve financial inclusion.
Entertainment
We are on the lookout for entertainment technology solutions that create or enhance entertainment experiences.
FinTech
We are searching for innovative financial technology solutions to improve and automate financial services.
Emerging Technologies
We seek solutions in distributed technology, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing.
Hackaholics 5.0 Prizes
Participants in Hackaholics 5.0 have the opportunity to win significant prizes, including:
- Winner: N30M
- First Runner-up: N20M
- Second Runner-up: N15M
- Women-led Team: N10M
- University STEM Endowment: N15M
Hackaholics 5.0 Pitch Centers
Hackaholics 5.0 will feature several pitch centers for the 2024 edition. These centers are not exclusive to students but are open to all participants. The pitch centers include:
South West
- University of Ibadan
- Lagos State University
- Obafemi Awolowo University
South South
- University of Port Harcourt
- University of Calabar
- University of Benin
South East
- IMT, Enugu
- UNEC, Enugu
Rest of Africa
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Egypt
Abuja
- Nile University, Abuja
- University of Abuja
North
- Bayero University Kano
Virtual
- Kwara: Landmark University, UNILORIN
- Ekiti: ABUAD, UNAD
- Ondo: FUTA, AAUA
- Lagos: UNILAG, YabaTech & Environs
- Ogun: Babcock University
- Osun: Redeemers University
Hackaholics X
- Ogun: Covenant University & Bells University
- Lagos: Pan African University
- Adamawa: American University of Nigeria
Seize the Opportunity: Register for Hackaholics Today
For more details on this scholarship, click here.
Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and create. Register for Hackaholics today and become part of Africa’s leading community of innovators. Together, let’s build the future.
