Applications are now open for the WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program 7.0 (2026 Edition).
The innovation-focused hackathon offers aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, developers, designers, and tech innovators the opportunity to compete for up to ₦200 million in cash prizes, while gaining access to mentorship, funding opportunities, networking, and exposure to leading professionals in the banking, fintech, and technology sectors.
Program Summary
- Host: Wema Bank Plc
- Category: Competitions | Training
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦200 Million Cash Prizes | Mentorship | Training | Funding Opportunities | Networking
- Deadline: Not Specified
Program Details
The WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program 7.0 is Wema Bank’s flagship innovation challenge aimed at discovering and supporting groundbreaking digital solutions that solve real-world problems. The program brings together some of Africa’s brightest innovators, developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and technology enthusiasts to collaborate, compete, and create impactful solutions across different sectors.
Participants will benefit from mentorship by industry experts, access to cutting-edge technology and banking APIs, valuable networking opportunities, and the chance to showcase their innovations before investors, business leaders, and top executives. The initiative is designed to empower innovators while driving technological advancement and sustainable development across Africa.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program 7.0, applicants must:
- Commit to participating throughout the entire duration of the program.
- Be available for both virtual and physical sessions under the hybrid learning model.
- Be willing to share relevant business data for mentorship and learning purposes.
- Demonstrate readiness to engage with partners, investors, and potential customers.
- Ensure at least one founder or senior decision-maker actively participates throughout the program.
Applicants can develop solutions in any of the following focus areas:
- Financial Inclusion
- Healthcare
- Digital Transformation
- Sustainability
- Education
- Social Impact
- Future of Work
Program Benefits
Successful participants will receive:
- Cash prizes of up to ₦200 million to scale their innovations.
- Mentorship from leading professionals in banking, fintech, and technology.
- Access to Wema Bank APIs and advanced technology tools.
- Recognition and exposure before industry leaders and decision-makers.
- Internship and employment opportunities with Wema Bank.
- Career development and networking opportunities with investors, partners, and the wider technology ecosystem.
Required Information
To apply for the program, applicants should be ready to provide:
- Solution details and project information.
- Team members’ information (maximum of 3 members).
- Personal and contact information required during registration.
How to Apply
To apply for the WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program 7.0:
- Visit the official Hackaholics application portal.
- Click “Register Now.”
- Complete the application form with your solution details and required information.
- Add your team members (maximum of 3 participants).
- Submit your application.
- Await further communication via email if shortlisted.
Program Structure
- Stage 1: Application Phase
- Developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and innovators submit their applications to join the competition.
- Stage 2: Regional Preliminaries
- Shortlisted teams compete across regional events while refining their solutions through expert mentorship.
- Stage 3: Final Demo Day
- The best-performing teams present their solutions before a panel of judges, including technology leaders and Wema Bank executives.
- Stage 4: Grand Finale
- Winning teams receive cash prizes, funding opportunities, and mentorship, with exceptional solutions considered for further development in collaboration with Wema Bank.
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