Attention innovators and startup enthusiasts! The highly anticipated ALAT/Wema Bank Hackaholics 5.0 Pitch Competition 2024 is now open for submissions! This dynamic competition is tailored for the youth, providing a platform to nurture and empower individuals driving the future with their tech-driven or tech-enabled ideas. If you possess a groundbreaking product or concept poised to revolutionize industries, seize this opportunity to propel your vision forward.
🏆 Prizes: Winner: N30M, 1st Runner-up: N20M, Additional prizes
🌍 Locations: Across Nigeria & Africa: Lagos, Nairobi, Cairo, etc.
🎓 Target Audience: Entrepreneurs, Students, Professionals
🤝 Accessibility: Open to all, no tech expertise required
🗓️ Application Deadline: Ongoing
🌟 Special Prize: N10M for Women-led Teams
🏢 Sponsor: Wema Bank/ALAT
đź“ž Contact: Visit Hackaholics official site for more information
Prizes at Stake
Participating in Hackaholics 5.0 offers not only exposure and networking opportunities but also the chance to win substantial prizes:
- Winner: N30M worth of prizes
- First runner-up: N20M worth of prizes
- Second runner-up: N15M worth of prizes
- Special Prize for Women-led teams: N10M worth of prizes
- University STEM Endowment: N15M worth of prizes
Who Can Apply?
Hackaholics welcomes:
- Young entrepreneurs with innovative ideas
- Professionals seeking to pivot or expand into tech-driven sectors
- Students from any discipline with a passion for creating change
Key Point: No tech expertise or specific academic degree is required to apply.
Competition Venues
The 2024 edition of Hackaholics will be hosted across various pitch centers throughout Africa, enhancing accessibility for participants from:
- South West Nigeria: Including institutions like Afe Babalola University, University of Ado-Ekiti, Babcock University, Yabatech, University of Ibadan, LASU, and FUTA.
- South South Nigeria: Featuring UNIPORT.
- South East Nigeria: Including IMT, Enugu, and UNEC.
- Rest of Africa: Spanning countries like Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and Egypt.
- Abuja: Hosted at Nile University, Abuja, and the University of Abuja.
- Northern Nigeria: Including Bayero University Kano.
How to Apply
Ready to showcase your idea? Registering for the competition is simple. Click here to register for the Hackaholics 5.0 Pitch Competition.
More Information and Deadline
For further details about the competition and to stay updated, visit the official Hackaholics page. As the application is ongoing, it’s advisable to apply promptly to secure your participation.
This is your moment to join Africa’s largest community of problem-solvers, visionaries, and innovators. Embrace the Hackaholics competition and position yourself at the forefront of technological advancement, supported by one of Nigeria’s leading digital financial institutions. Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to accelerate your venture and leave your mark in the tech realm!
