Apply for WEMA Bank Hackaholics 6.0 Hackathon 2025. Join the tech contest, pitch your startup, or solve real-world problems. Check the stages, tracks, prizes, and how to apply below.

 

 

 

WEMA Bank runs Hackaholics to find new ideas in tech.

You can enter as a coder, founder, or idea builder.

The contest brings in people from across Africa to work on digital tools.

You can join from any background or skill level.

You do not need a coding degree.

 

Pick your contest path

This year has two tracks:

• The Hackathon for teams who want to code and build tools fast.
• The Startup Pitch for founders who want to pitch ideas to judges and funders.

Get support from the organisers

WEMA Bank offers:

• Cash prizes and funding worth up to ₦200 million.
• One-on-one advice from people in tech and banking.
• Use of WEMA Bank’s tech tools and API.
• A chance to work at WEMA or join its innovation team.
• Access to job roles and business contacts.
• Public exposure during the contest.

Follow the contest steps

Stage 1: Application

Send your details to join the contest.

All types of builders, coders, and founders can take part.

Stage 2: Regional Preliminaries

Shortlisted teams will compete by region.

Mentors will help improve your work before the final stage.

Stage 3: Final Demo

Top teams will show their work to a panel of judges.

The panel includes tech heads and senior bank staff.

Stage 4: Grand Finale

Winners will get cash, support, and a chance to work with WEMA Bank.

Know where Hackaholics holds

South-West

• Lagos
• Oyo
• Kwara
• Ondo
• Ekiti
• Ogun

South-East

• Enugu

North-West

• Kaduna

North-Central

• Abuja

South-South

• Akwa Ibom

Other Countries

• Nairobi, Kenya
• Accra, Ghana

Apply through the correct link

Use the Hackaholics 6.0 official application page to join the challenge.

There is no set deadline, so apply early.

Check all rules and steps before sending your form.