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Wema Bank Launches Hackaholics 7.0: Empowering African Innovators and Startups

Applications are open for WEMA Bank’s Hackaholics 7.0, an open innovation platform for African startups, innovators, and creatives. The program accelerates ideas into real-world market solutions across seven verticals, including Financial Inclusion, Healthcare, and the Future of Work. It offers three tracks: Startup Pitch, Hackathon, and Social Impact. Winners gain equity-free funding, mentorship, and market access. No prior coding background is required to apply.

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Editorial Team
Jul 03, 2026
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Wema Bank Launches Hackaholics 7.0: Empowering African Innovators and Startups

Applications are officially open for Hackaholics 7.0, the flagship open innovation program by Wema Bank. Designed as a launchpad for startups, creatives, developers, and tech enthusiasts across Africa, the program provides a pipeline to funding, mentorship, strategic partnerships, and global visibility.

Whether you are transforming an early-stage idea or looking to scale an existing solution, Hackaholics 7.0 bridges the gap between raw innovation and real-world impact.

Program Tracks

The hackathon is divided into three distinct pathways to cater to different types of builders and changemakers:

  • Startup Pitch Competition: Designed for entrepreneurs and established startups looking to showcase validation, attract corporate partnerships, and secure growth capital.
  • Hackathon Track: A fast-paced challenge tailored for developers, engineers, and designers building technical solutions to complex, real-world problems.
  • Social Impact Track: Dedicated to community advocates and organizations creating intentional solutions for pressing societal challenges.

What’s in it for You?

Selected participants gain access to equity-free funding and an extensive support ecosystem:

  • Funding: Access to prize funding, post-program support, and capital-raising opportunities.
  • Mentorship: Guidance from experienced founders, industry leaders, and product experts.
  • Visibility: Pitch opportunities during demo days, media exposure, and ecosystem recognition.
  • Partnerships: Connections with organizations to pilot, integrate, or scale your product.
  • Community: Access to a collaborative network of developers, creators, and founders.
  • Market Access: Opportunities to test, validate, and deploy solutions in live business environments.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Open Access: Open to everyone, including students, professionals, and young entrepreneurs.
  • No Technical Background Required: You do not need a computer science degree or programming skills to apply.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their applications through their official website:

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