The ABC is a hybrid blockchain competition that brings together top talent from universities across Africa to develop innovative blockchain solutions. The event includes workshops, mentorship, and networking, with the goal of showcasing real-world blockchain applications in developing economies.

The event is open to developers across Africa. Participants must have a background or interest in coding, blockchain, or related technologies.

We are happy to expand to other African countries, we encourage them to apply by sending an expression of interest email to emerald@africanblockchamp.com

Yes, you have to be part of dev or blockchain club to participate but do not worry if you are not part of any club, just select the venue closest to you while filling the application form and you will be added to the club.

No, prior experience in blockchain is not mandatory. We offer pre-hackathon workshops to help participants get up to speed on blockchain fundamentals. However, basic coding knowledge is beneficial.

Yes! We offer prizes totaling over $30,000 in cash and other resources to support the development and launch of winning projects. Winning teams may also have opportunities for incubation and mentorship after the event.

You can register for the event by visiting the registration page on our website and filling in your details. Make sure to register early as spots are limited and fill up quickly!

The event kickoff spans over three days, starting with workshops and keynotes on blockchain for development followed by a one month builder phase.

The hackathon will be held across various university campuses in Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Nigeria. There is the possibility of other African countries coming onboard

Yes, participants are encouraged to form teams. Teams can consist of 1-5 members, so you are allowed to submit solo (though we don't recommend this). If you don’t have a team, don’t worry — there will be opportunity to find team members during the networking.

Participants are encouraged to develop solutions that leverage blockchain technology to solve real-world problems in areas like finance, healthcare, education, and more. The focus is on impact and innovation.

Participants can prepare by attending the pre-hackathon workshops, reviewing the provided learning materials, and familiarizing themselves with blockchain development tools. We’ll also provide a list of suggested resources on our website.

Yes, participants will have access to expert mentors from the blockchain industry throughout the hackathon. These mentors will help guide teams and provide valuable feedback on their projects.

Submissions will be judged based on creativity, technical difficulty, potential impact, and feasibility. The judging panel will include experts from the blockchain industry, policymakers, and academics.

Absolutely! Winning teams will have the opportunity to enter incubation programs, receive mentorship, and access resources to further develop their projects.