Submissions are now being accepted for the ALAT/Wema Bank Hackaholics 5.0 Pitch Competition 2024. This competition serves as a dynamic platform specifically developed to cater to the younger generation, with the aim of providing assistance to innovators and startup founders who are shaping the future through their technology-driven or technology-enabled concepts. If you possess an innovative product or concept that has the potential to revolutionize several industries, this competition could serve as your platform for launch.
Stakes for Rewards
Participating in Hackaholics 5.0 offers individuals not only the opportunity to gain visibility and establish professional connections but also the potential to secure significant prizes:
- Winner: Prizes valued at N30 million
- First runner-up: Prizes valued at N20 million
- The reward amount for the second runner-up is N15 million.
- The Special Prize for Women-led teams is valued at N10 million.
- The University STEM Endowment offers prizes valued at N15 million.
Who is Eligible To Apply?
Hackaholics is a place that embraces and welcomes:
- Adolescent entrepreneurs brimming with groundbreaking concepts.
- Individuals seeking to transition or broaden their presence in technology-oriented industries.
- Students from diverse academic fields who possess the belief in their ability to effect change.
Note: the application process does not necessitate expertise in technology or programming, nor does it require a certain academic degree.
Venues for Competitions
The forthcoming rendition of Hackaholics in 2024 will be hosted at multiple pitch centres around Africa, hence augmenting the accessibility for participants hailing from:
- Abuja: Hosted at Nile University, Abuja, and the University of Abuja.
- South-South Nigeria: Featuring UNIPORT.
- South-West Nigeria: Including institutions like Afe Babalola University, University of Ado-Ekiti, Babcock University, Yabatech, University of Ibadan, LASU, and FUTA.
- South-East Nigeria: Including IMT, Enugu, and UNEC.
- Northern Nigeria: Including Bayero University Kano.
- Rest of Africa: Spanning countries like Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and Egypt.
The Process of Application
Are you prepared to participate in the competition? The process of registering for the competition is uncomplicated. To register for the Hackaholics 5.0 Pitch Competition, please click on the provided link.
Additional Details and Time Limit
To get further information regarding the competition and be informed about any updates, please refer to the official website of Hackaholics. The application process is currently under progress, therefore it is advisable to submit your application promptly in order to secure your position.
Join Africa’s largest community of problem-solvers, visionaries, and innovators at this moment. Participate in the Hackaholics competition and position yourself at the vanguard of technical advancements, facilitated by the backing and assets of a prominent digital banking institution in Nigeria. Seize this exceptional chance to expedite your business and establish a significant presence in the technology industry!
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