Hedera Africa Hackathon Nairobi Hacking Station

This in-person session is designed to immerse local builders, visionaries, and Web3-curious minds into the momentum of Africa’s largest Hedera-powered hackathon.

This hacking station is not just about codes and platforms — it’s an access point. Attendees will be walked through the hackathon’s core tracks, get a behind-the-scenes view of the judging process, and map out how their ideas could compete at a continental scale. More than that, being on-site offers a chance to mingle with mentors, ecosystem leaders, and peers who share the ambition of shaping Africa’s next digital frontier.

At the heart of this initiative is a massive prize structure: $1 million in rewards, along with $1 million in committed follow-on funding for promising projects. That kind of backing makes the Nairobi session more than an event — it’s a gateway to exposure, growth, and possible real-world impact beyond the weekend.

The hackathon framework organizes submissions into four major tracks: On-Chain Finance and Real-World Asset Tokenization, ESG Sustainability & Traceability, Self-Sovereign Identity & AI, and Gaming, Metaverse & NFTs. Builders will be judged on technical rigor, innovation, and alignment with problem statements that matter across the African continent. Top entries from Nairobi may be elevated into wider rounds of evaluation and eligible for global support.

If you’re a developer, startup founder, or simply someone curious about building in Web3, this hacking station offers more than just demo time. It’s a springboard. You’ll engage with mentors who’ve launched projects, hear from ecosystem stewards who understand Africa’s challenges and opportunities, and benchmark your work against other teams in real time.

Expect a compact but intensive agenda: orientation on the tracks, mentor office hours, submission guidance, and pitch preparation with feedback loops. The venue is centrally located, easing access for Nairobi’s tech community. It’s reasonable to assume there will be refreshments and basic in-venue support to keep the flow smooth.

Seats are limited and the interest is high. If you’re in Nairobi or within reach, registering early is a must. Use the link to lock in your spot — this could be one of your most important afternoons in tech this year.