ICAN (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria) and the Bank of Industry have joined forces to organize the iHack4SDG Challenge 2023, which is an opportunity for young Nigerians to showcase their technical skills while working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations.
The competition is open to individuals or teams of young Nigerians between the ages of 18 and 35, who have a passion for innovation and technology.
What is the iHack4SDG Challenge?
The iHack4SDG Challenge is a competition that aims to bring together young Nigerian innovators to develop technological solutions that can help to address some of the challenges faced in achieving the SDGs.
The challenge is centered around four SDGs, which include; No Poverty (SDG 1), Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4), and Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11).
Categories of the iHack4SDG Challenge
The iHack4SDG Challenge has two categories, which are:
- The Mobile App Category: This category focuses on developing mobile applications that can help to address any of the four SDGs.
- The Hardware Category: This category focuses on developing hardware solutions that can help to address any of the four SDGs.
Prizes
The iHack4SDG Challenge has a total prize pool of N3.5 million, which will be shared among the winners in both categories as follows:
- First Place: N1.5 million
- Second Place: N1 million
- Third Place: N750,000
How to Participate for the iHack4SDG Challenge 2023
- To participate in the iHack4SDG Challenge, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Nigerian citizen between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Be proficient in software development, hardware development, or both.
- Have a passion for innovation and technology.
- Have a team (maximum of five members) or participate as an individual.
Steps to Participate
- Visit the iHack4SDG Challenge website and fill out the registration form.
- Choose a category (Mobile App or Hardware) and select an SDG to focus on.
- Develop your solution.
- Submit your solution before the deadline.
- Wait for the judges to review your solution.
- Click here to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/viewform
Judging Criteria
The judging criteria for the iHack4SDG Challenge include the following:
- Innovation: How innovative is the solution?
- Impact: How impactful is the solution in addressing the selected SDG?
- Sustainability: Can the solution be sustained over time?
- Feasibility: How feasible is the solution?
- Usability: How user-friendly is the solution?
Conclusion
The iHack4SDG Challenge is an opportunity for young Nigerian innovators to showcase their skills and contribute to the achievement of the SDGs. The competition provides a platform for individuals or teams to develop innovative solutions that can help to address some of the challenges faced in achieving the SDGs.
The cash prize of N3.5 million is a great motivation for participants to give their best and come up with solutions that can make a significant
In addition, the iHack4SDG Challenge also helps to promote entrepreneurship and the use of technology for social good in Nigeria. The competition provides an opportunity for young Nigerians to develop their skills and gain exposure to potential investors and collaborators.
FAQs
Who can participate in the iHack4SDG Challenge?
The competition is open to Nigerian citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 who have a passion for innovation and technology.
What are the categories for the iHack4SDG Challenge?
The iHack4SDG Challenge has two categories, which are the Mobile App Category and the Hardware Category.
What are the SDGs that the iHack4SDG Challenge is focused on?
The iHack4SDG Challenge is focused on four SDGs, which are No Poverty (SDG 1), Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4), and Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11).
What is the prize for the iHack4SDG Challenge?
The iHack4SDG Challenge has a total prize pool of N3.5 million, which will be shared among the winners in both categories.
When is the submission deadline for the iHack4SDG Challenge?
The submission deadline for the iHack4SDG Challenge is May 14, 2023
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