From Gap to Growth: Seizing the Generative AI Opportunity
February 12th - February 14th 2026, Lagos, Nigeria
We aim to:
Despite its vibrant youth population, creativity, and rich resources, Africa faces a persistent lag in adopting and incorporating emerging technologies into structural workflow. While global advancements reshape education, healthcare, and governance, many African systems remain outdated, burdening everyday life. This digital divide increases youth unemployment, leaving a generation disconnected from relevant skills and roles in rapidly evolving tech sectors. To engineer a different outcome, #GapToGrowth Hackathon is an initiative aimed at centring innovation that speaks our language. This 3-Day Hackathon is a bold rallying point to turn local challenges into globally relevant breakthroughs, built by us, for us.
February 12th – 14th, 2026
Landmark Hotel, Lagos, Nigeria
For students,
early-stage startup teams workig with AI or data,
Young professionals and developers passionate about solving African problems,
Female innovators and underrepresented groups (special slots and support)
Rewards
To be announced soon.
Sponsors
To be announced soon.