Applications for the Ericsson’s Nigeria Together Apart Hackathon 2022 are now open. It is hacking for a connected future and solving global challenges. The theme-based hackathon aims to identify innovative and commercially viable solutions showcasing the power of connectivity and 5G in Nigeria.

Africa in Motion is about Ericsson’s mission to empower a sustainable and connected Africa. Ericsson has been connecting Africa for over 100 years and has built the wireless networks for every generation – from the early 1G networks to the first advanced 5G networks.

Their promise and commitment towards Africa are to always support a world where digitalization is transforming the eco-system; enabling sustainable growth, economic development and creating opportunities for all.

The Hackathon’s objective is to identify innovative solutions using technology and connectivity creating tomorrow’s solutions from today’s challenges inspired by Nigeria’s 5G deployment.

Challenge details

• Healthcare and education
• Manufacturing and mining
• Digital financial inclusion
• Smart cities and IoT

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Benefits of Ericsson’s Nigeria Together Apart Hackathon

• Opportunity to develop and scale solution.
• Access to Network and potential customers.
• An all paid round trip to Ericsson HQ in Stockholm, Sweden.
• Meeting with entrepreneurial community in Sweden to present the idea/solution.

Eligibility

• open only for participants residing in Nigeria

Ericsson Together Apart Hackathon is open for all, so if you are…

• A creative individual
• An Industry specialist
• An Academic (graduate, post grad)
• An Economist – Business Strategist
• A Computer maven
• A Project manager
• A Systems analyst
• A Programmer
• A Entrepreneurs
• A Start-up’s

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Application

To join Ericsson Together Apart Hackathon:

1. Firstly, Sign into the platform using your email and entering the confirmation code received.
2. Secondly, Complete your profile in the registration form to the right of the page.
3. Submit your idea/project that fits the challenge you are interested in.
4. Add team members by inviting them to join your idea/project. We only approve ready made teams of 2-4 persons. Team members must first be registered to the hackathon!
5. Additionally, Ensure your profile, submission and team are completed well before the deadline
6. Eligible teams will be notified and invited to the hackathon.
7. Further, Join the hack, learn new things, network and develop your idea.
8. Submit your pitch at the end for a jury review.

Deadline : July 31, 2022

Lastly, visit the official website link given below for details.

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