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African Startup Challenge 2025 – Hackathon & ₦100M in Prizes Await!

Abuja Startup Innovation Challenge/Hackathon 2025 — Win ₦100 Million in Prizes!

Are you a tech innovator, startup founder, or entrepreneur building impactful solutions in Nigeria or across Africa? The Startup Innovation Challenge/Hackathon 2025 is your opportunity to scale your business and win from a ₦100 million prize pool in cash, AWS credits, mentorship, and business support.

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This fully online hackathon offers a dynamic business growth experience designed to support startups, SMEs, and individual innovators solving real-world problems through technology.


Abuja Startup Innovation Challenge/Hackathon (Program Overview)

Program Name Abuja Startup Innovation Challenge/Hackathon 2025
Host Country Nigeria (Online)
Category Competition / Hackathon
Eligibility African Innovators (or Non-Africans building for Africa)
Prizes ₦100 Million Total Value
Deadline to Apply July 20, 2025
Language Test Requirement No IELTS Required

Focus Areas

This challenge targets tech-enabled innovations in various sectors, including:

  • EduTech

  • HealthTech

  • FinTech

  • AgroTech

  • Web3/Blockchain

  • E-commerce

  • SaaS (Software as a Service)

  • Logistics & Transportation

  • Real Estate

  • And more…


Prizes & Benefits

Winners of the 2025 Startup Innovation Hackathon will receive a mix of cash, Amazon AWS credits, and tailored business mentorship:

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 First Prize – ₦10 million value:

  • ₦5 million cash

  • ₦4 million AWS credits

  • ₦1 million worth of mentorship

Second Prize – ₦8 million value:

  • ₦3 million cash

  • ₦4 million AWS credits

  • ₦1 million mentorship

Third Prize – ₦7 million value:

  • ₦2 million cash

  • ₦4 million AWS credits

  • ₦1 million mentorship

10 Runner-Ups:

  • ₦200,000 cash each

  • ₦1.5 million AWS credits per team

All Participants:

  • ₦500,000 worth of AWS credits


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Abuja Startup Innovation Challenge/Hackathon  (Eligibility Criteria)

To apply, participants must meet the following:

  • Age: 14 to 45 years

  • Nationality: Open to all Africans (including non-Africans building for the African market)

  • Innovation must be tech-enabled

  • Open to individuals or teams

  • All genders encouraged to apply


Abuja Startup Innovation Challenge/Hackathon (How to Apply: Step-by-Step)

  1. Click the official application link to access the registration form.

  2. Complete your startup or innovation profile.

  3. Submit a detailed description or prototype of your solution.

  4. Confirm your eligibility and contact details.

  5. Submit before the deadline: July 20, 2025.

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(Why You Should Apply)

  • Massive Exposure & Mentorship
  • Free AWS Credits Worth Millions
  • Cash Awards for Top Teams
  •  Real Business Development Support
  •  Network with Nigeria & Africa’s Top Innovators

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Important Dates

Event Date
Application Deadline July 20, 2025
Finalists Announcement TBD
Hackathon Dates TBD (Online)

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