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NextGen Developers Hackathon 2025 for Young African Innovators (Up to ₦10,000,000 in Cash Prizes)

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    Applications are open for NextGen Developers Hackathon 2025. The Next Gen Developers Hackathon is here! This is more than just a hackathon—it’s a launchpad for undergraduates, young developers and blockchain innovators in West Africa to create groundbreaking solutions on Cardano, one of the world’s most advanced blockchain platforms.

    It is a regional hackathon focused on empowering students and early developers to build innovative solutions using the Cardano blockchain. Participants receive training, mentorship, and the opportunity to win exciting prizes.

    With ₦10,000,000 in cash prizes, exclusive mentorship, and a 6-week intensive training on Cardano essentials, this is the ultimate opportunity to level up your skills and bring frica’s decentralized future to life.

    TRACKS AND CHALLENGES

    • DeFi & Payments: Build seamless financial solutions for Africa.
    • AI & Blockchain Fusion: Explore the intersection of AI and Cardano
    • Identity & Governance: Create secure digital identity systems
    • Social Impact & Sustainability: Use blockchain to solve Africa’s biggest challenges

    NextGen Developers Hackathon Benefits

    • Gain in-depth knowledge of Cardano blockchain technology
    • Showcase your skills to top Web3 investors & VCs
    • Access mentors from Cardano & the blockchain industry
    • Network with like-minded devs, hackers & innovators
    • Develop blockchain-based solutions that address real challenges.
    • Compete for funding, mentorship and incubation opportunities with over ₦10 million in cash prizes and other exclusive perks to be won.

    NextGen Developers Hackathon Prizes & Rewards

    • Cash Prizes – Top teams receive monetary rewards(N10,000,000)
    • Incubation & Mentorship – Selected projects get support to scale their solutions.
    • Exposure & Recognition – Get featured in media reports, investor pitches, and blockchain communities.
    • Conference Tickets – Gain early access to other Cardano blockchain summits and networking events.s.

    Eligibility Criteria for NextGen Developers Hackathon

    • Undergraduate & Early-Career Developers interested in blockchain/Web3 and eager to build on Cardano – If you’re currently in school or have less than 3 years of development experience, you’re eligible.
    • Team Up or Go Solo – Participate alone or in teams of up to 4 members.
    • All skill levels welcome – Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, we’ll help you succeed.
    • Innovators & problem-solvers with a passion for decentralized technology.
    • West African communities seeking blockchain-powered solutions.

    How to Apply


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