Africa Deep Tech Challenge 2026
By Africa Deep Tech Foundation
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Quick Answer
A global online deep tech hackathon with a ₹15.35 lakh prize pool, open to Indian teams.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Africa Deep Tech Foundation
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- International
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 27 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Africa Deep Tech Foundation. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
The Africa Deep Tech Challenge 2026 is an online hackathon organised by the Africa Deep Tech Foundation. The challenge invites innovators, developers, and entrepreneurs from around the world to build deep tech solutions addressing real-world problems. With a focus on machine learning, AI, and productivity tools, this competition provides a platform for participants to showcase their skills and compete for a cash prize pool of ₹15.35 lakh.
Who Should Apply Open to individuals and teams globally, including Indian participants. No specific eligibility restrictions mentioned; suitable for developers, data scientists, engineers, and startup builders.
Format & Timeline The hackathon runs online from June 17 to August 27, 2026. Participants can work remotely and submit their projects via Devpost. Judging criteria and specific rounds are not detailed in the raw data.
Prizes Total prize pool of ₹15.35 lakh. No breakdown by rank is provided.
Eligibility Open to all individuals and teams globally. No team size or geographic restrictions mentioned.
How to Apply Register via the official Devpost page linked above. Registration deadline is August 27, 2026.
Eligibility
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Organizers
Africa Deep Tech Foundation Africa Deep Tech Foundation (ADTF) is an organization dedicated to fostering deep technology entrepreneurship across the African continent. It works to identify, support, and connect deeptech innovators in Africa with global funding, mentorship, and…
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What You Get
Participants will compete for a cash prize pool of ₹15.35 lakh. The competition also provides a platform to showcase skills.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 2
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
