Applications are now open for the 2026 WEMA Bank Hackaholics Hackathon, an across the country innovation program developed to support entrepreneurs, start-ups, designers, and innovators with impactful digital services.
The program offers participants access to financing, mentorship, networking chances, and the chance to complete for prize money worth as much as 200 million.
Programme Summary
Host: WEMA Bank Plc
Category: Competition|Training
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Reward: As Much As 200 Million in Money Prizes|Mentorship|Training|Networking
Application Due Date: Not Specified
About the Programme
Hackaholics is WEMA Bank’s flagship innovation initiative developed to combine innovative minds to develop technology-driven services that solve real-world obstacles.
Individuals will receive assistance from experienced professionals in banking, fintech, and technology while getting direct exposure to investors, magnate, and industry experts.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Devote to getting involved throughout the programme.
- Be available for both virtual and physical sessions.
- Be willing to participate in mentorship activities and share appropriate business details where needed.
- Have at least one founder or key decision-maker actively involved.
- Apply separately or as a team of approximately 3 members.
Solutions can focus on areas such as:
- Financial Inclusion
- Healthcare
- Digital Improvement
- Sustainability
- Education
- Social Impact
- Future of Work
Programme Benefits
Picked participants will enjoy:
- Prize money worth approximately 200 million.
- Mentorship from leading experts in banking and innovation.
- Access to innovative innovation tools and banking APIs.
- Networking chances with financiers and market professionals.
- Increased presence for their developments.
- Internship and career chances with WEMA Bank for outstanding participants.
How to Use
Interested candidates must register through the official Hackaholics portal by finishing the online application, providing information of their service, and sending information about their staff member where applicable.
Applications will go through numerous stages, consisting of screening, local competitors, demo presentations, and a grand finale where the best services will be chosen for rewards and more support.
Application Deadline: Not Specified. Early application is encouraged.