The Algorand hackathon has arrived in Nigeria!
We're beyond excited to launch our regional hackathon in Nigeria as we aim to connect with a regional audience and put the Nigerian web3 community on the map! Whether you're a developer or an entrepreneur, we want to empower you to explore the unique capabilities of Algorand's blockchain technology.
This year we really want to emphasise the power of collaboration between developers and entrepreneurs to shape the future of the blockchain industry. Whether you already have a team or you're planning on joining a team formation session, this is your opportunity to collaborate, innovate, and win exciting prizes.
This year we have new tracks, exciting workshops, as well as a new IRL component, where we invite you to attend the live demo day! Learn more below and don't forget to register!
Hackathon Tracks and prizes:
Build blockchain-based solutions that empower individuals to own and control their digital identities without relying on centralized entities. From creating secure, privacy-preserving identity systems to enabling seamless cross-platform authentication.
1st Prize: $3000 USDCa
2nd Prize: $1750 USDCa
3rd Prize: $750 USDCa
Leverage blockchain technology to innovate secure, efficient, and scalable payment solutions. Build the next generation of fast, transparent, and accessible payment platforms that promote financial inclusion, ensuring that individuals and communities can access reliable financial services regardless of their location or economic status.
1st Prize: $3000 USDCa
2nd Prize: $1750 USDCa
3rd Prize: $750 USDCa
Develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance supply chain transparency, security, and efficiency. Whether it’s improving traceability from origin to destination, reducing logistics inefficiencies, or ensuring ethical sourcing practices, participants will have the opportunity to build decentralized systems that streamline operations.
1st Prize: $3000 USDCa
2nd Prize: $1750 USDCa
3rd Prize: $750 USDCa
A technical challenge in a hackathon is like a fun puzzle for participants to solve using their technical skills. These will be a series of challenges that will test your knowledge and mastery of Algorand’s tools and native features.
$ 3500 USDCa
Workshops:
Please note: all hackathon registrants will automatically be registered for relevant workshops.
Team formation session details will be shared with you in your registration confirmation email.
October 16 | 10:00AM GMT+1
Technical Intro to Algorand, native features and using Algokit utils to interact with the chain.
Register here for online session
IRL location TBD.
October 17 | 10:00AM GMT+1
Building your first smart contract on Algorand using Python.
Register here for online session.
IRL location TBD.
October 18 | 10:00AM GMT+1
Build a full project: Frontend and smart contract on Algorand
Register here for online session.
IRL location TBD.
October 24 | 10:00AM GMT+1
Build a Full Project: Frontend and Smart Contract on Algorand.
Register here for online session.
IRL location TBD.
October 29 | 6:00PM GMT+1
How do I test my idea?
Register here for online session.
October 31 | 6:00PM GMT+1
Product-market fit |
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Judges and mentors
To apply to be a mentor for this hackathon, fill in this form.
Matt Keller
Judge
Director of Social Impact at Algorand Foundation
Doro Ungee Lee
Judge
Head of Education and Inclusion at Algorand Foundation
Ben Onuoha
Judge
Country Head, Nigeria at Algorand Foundation
Hon Gideon Samuel Nonso
Judge
Honourable Commissioner for Digital Economy and Innovation, Taraba State
Paul Ogwulumba
Judge
Cofounder, BlockTremp
Mrs. Mary Jonathan Tijo
Judge
Secretary, Ministry of Digital Economy and Innovation, Taraba State
Manzo Nurudeen Mohammed
Judge
Chairman, Taraba ICT Forum; State Liason, NorthEast Tech Forum
Lucky Uwakwe
Judge
Chairman at BICCON
Chimezie Chuta
Mentor
Vice Chairman at BICCON. Founder, Blockchain Nigeria User Group. Chairman, National Blockchain Policy Steering Committee (NBPSC)
Chinedu Onyeaso
Mentor
Co-founder at Jentech Labs
Eyitayo Anjorin
Mentor
Co-founder at Daowakanda
Austin Okafor
Mentor
IT Specialist at Sydani Group
Meshach Ishaya
Mentor
Co-founder/CEO at Aurally
Ibrahim Rabiu
Mentor
Organiser at Google Developers Group, Jalingo
Asma'u Abubakar
Mentor
Assistant organiser at Google Developers Group, Jalingo
Toju Kaka
Mentor
Executive Secretary at BICCON
Kue Barinor Paul
Mentor
Public Relations Officer at BICCON
Emerald Akhaumere
Mentor
ML Engineer and Co-Organizer at Google Developers Group, Abuja (GDG)
Chukwudi Nwachukwu
Mentor
CTO at Pitch Cardinal Coding Ltd
Michael Jesudare
Mentor
Senior Business Solutions Architect at AIICO Insurance PLC
Uzoma Victor-Almond
Mentor
UX Engineer at Vent Labs
Sandra Benard
Mentor
Product Designer at The Programmers University
Lamide Akomolafe
Mentor
Senior Product Manager at Carbon
Victor Uzu
Mentor
Lead Consultant at Mortin Consult
Partners
To apply to be a partner for this hackathon, please fill in this form.