August 1–30, 2026
A nationwide search for Africa's boldest startup ideas — opening the Dev-a-thon journey across every region of Nigeria. You don't have to be a developer to enter — anyone with a great idea can apply.
Discover innovative startup ideas across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones plus Lagos & Abuja through an open pitch deck competition — surfacing the talent and ideas worth building.
Select 10 winning startup ideas — one per geopolitical zone, two from Lagos, and one from Abuja — to advance into the 48-hour MVP build.
Winners travel to the Innovation Showcase in Lagos, fully covered.
Each winning idea is developed into a working product in Phase 2.
Cash prizes for the top 3 leading ideas.
Submit your idea & pitch deck online.
Our panel reviews every entry by region.
Shortlisted founders are invited to pitch.
Present your idea live to the judges.
10 ideas are selected for the Dev-a-thon.
Submit your pitch deck and put your idea in front of Africa's innovation ecosystem.
Submit Your Pitch