The application period for the 2026 WEMA Bank Hackathon Hackaholics Program has officially been announced. With cash prizes worth ₦200 million, the Hackaholics Program offers participants funding, training, and mentorship opportunities from leading professionals in banking, fintech, and technology.
Participants will also gain access to a vibrant innovation ecosystem, connect with Wema Bank, investors, and tech enthusiasts, and showcase their solutions to key industry leaders and decision-makers.
Program Summary
- Host: Wema Bank Plc
- Category: Competitions | Training
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward:
- ₦200 Million Cash Prizes
- Training
- Mentorship
- Funding Opportunities
- Deadline: Not Specified
Program Details
Applications are now open for the 2026 WEMA Bank Hackaholics Hackathon, Wema Bank’s flagship innovation challenge created to unite some of the brightest minds in technology, design, and problem-solving. The hackathon is focused on developing innovative digital solutions that address real-world challenges within the financial and technology ecosystems.
Participants will become part of Africa’s largest community of innovators, visionaries, and creative thinkers through the annual Hackaholics Ideathon. The programme is designed to catalyze impactful change by leveraging the power of technology while providing innovators with the tools, mentorship, and exposure needed to scale their ideas.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program 2026, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Commit to the full duration of the programme
- Participate in both virtual and physical sessions (hybrid format)
- Be willing to share relevant business data for mentorship and learning purposes
- Demonstrate readiness to engage with:
- Partners
- Customers
- Investors
- Assign at least one founder or senior decision-maker to actively participate in the programme
Program Overview
Successful participants of the WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program 2026 will benefit from:
Cash Prizes and Funding
- Win cash rewards of up to ₦200 million to scale innovative solutions
Mentorship from Industry Experts
- Gain valuable insights from leading professionals in:
- Banking
- Fintech
- Technology
Access to Bank APIs and Tech Tools
- Utilize cutting-edge banking APIs and digital tools to build and test solutions
Recognition and Exposure
- Present innovations to key industry leaders and decision-makers
Internship and Job Opportunities
- Opportunity to join Wema Bank’s innovation team
Career and Networking Opportunities
- Connect with:
- Wema Bank
- Investors
- Tech enthusiasts
- Innovation partners
Programme Structure
The Hackaholics Program is structured into the following stages:
Stage 1: Application Phase
- Developers, designers, and innovators across Nigeria submit applications to join the programme
Stage 2: Regional Preliminaries
- Shortlisted teams compete across different regions
- Teams refine their solutions under expert mentorship
Stage 3: Final Day Demo
- Top teams present their solutions to a panel of judges comprising:
- Senior executives
- Industry experts
- Tech leaders
Stage 4: Grand Finale
- Winning teams receive:
- Cash prizes
- Funding
- Mentorship
- Outstanding solutions may be considered for further development with Wema Bank
How to Apply
To apply for the WEMA Bank Hackathon Hackaholics Program 2026, interested and qualified applicants should:
- Click Register Now on the Hackaholics website
- Provide details of your solution and required information
- Input team members’ details (maximum of 3 members)
- Submit your application and wait for official email communication
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