Win USD 10,000 in Prizes at MoMo 2023 Hackathon

 

Win USD 10,000 in Prizes at MoMo 2023 Hackathon


MTN's MoMo Hackathon 2023 invites innovators across Africa to create financial applications using the MoMo API. With prizes totaling USD 10,000, the competition seeks to drive financial inclusion and digitize payments across the continent. Register now!





Winners create opportunities, and now, so can you! If you’re a coding enthusiast looking to showcase your innovative skills and make a significant impact on the financial landscape of Africa, the MoMo Hackathon 2023 is the stage you’ve been waiting for.
🏆 Event MoMo Hackathon 2023
🌍 About MTN MoMo Fintech platform in 17 markets in Africa, offering digital financial services
🎯 Mission Drive economic growth through financial/digital solutions, fostering cashless economies
🤝 Partnerships Collaborates with providers, authorities, operators, businesses, and developers
🚀 Hackathon Theme Innovative financial and transactional applications
💰 Prizes 1st: USD 5000, 2nd: USD 3,000, 3rd: USD 2,000
🗓️ Dates Idea: Jul 31-Sep 03, Prototype: Sep 17-Oct 09
✏️ Submission Guidelines Idea includes title, problem, approach; Project needs overview, Github code, presentation


MTN MoMo, a trailblazing fintech platform, has unlocked the doors of digital financial services for businesses and consumers across 17 African markets. Now, it invites you to wield your coding brilliance and contribute to the journey.




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MTN MoMo: Transforming Africa’s Financial Ecosystem

MTN MoMo’s vision extends beyond being a mere fintech platform. It is a harbinger of economic growth, offering a multitude of digital financial services such as payment solutions, e-commerce, insurance, lending, and remittances.

By evolving into a comprehensive mobile financial platform, MTN MoMo caters to a myriad of needs:In-store payments
Remittances
Prepaid services
Mobile wallets
Micro-loans
Micro-insurance

This vast array of services aligns with MTN’s mission of fostering cashless and digital economies and bridging the financial inclusion gap.
Collaboration: The Key to Success

MTN recognizes that success is a collaborative effort. Thus, it actively forges partnerships with various stakeholders, including:Financial service providers
Regulatory authorities
Mobile network operators
Merchants
Distributors
Businesses
Technology providers
Entrepreneurs
Developers

Together with these partners, MTN is committed to uplifting the economic and social well-being of millions across the continent.
The MoMo API Program: Bridging the Divide

A testament to its dedication to financial inclusivity, the MoMo API program makes the Mobile Money platform accessible across MTN’s entire footprint.
The MoMo API Hackathon: A Unique Opportunity Awaits

The 3rd MoMo API Hackathon opens its doors to companies, entrepreneurs, and developers across Ghana, Uganda, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Rwanda, eSwatini, Congo Brazzaville, Guinea Conakry, Zambia, Benin, South Africa, South Sudan, Liberia, and Nigeria.
The Theme: Innovative financial and transactional applications
Amazing Prizes:1st Prize: USD 5,000
2nd Prize: USD 3,000
3rd Prize: USD 2,000
Important Dates:Idea Submission Phase: Jul 31, 2023, 08:00 AM – Sep 03, 2023, 09:59 PM
Prototype Submission Phase: Sep 17, 2023, 10:00 PM – Oct 09, 2023, 09:59 PM
How to Participate?

Idea Submission Guidelines:Idea Title
Problem Statement
Approach & Solution
Overview & Diagram


Project Submission Guidelines:Final Project Overview
Link to Github Code
Presentation (Youtube video or PowerPoint)
Youtube: No longer than 4 minutes
PowerPoint: No more than 12 slides
Ready to Change Lives?

By participating in the MoMo API Hackathon, you’ll have the chance to create financial applications that could revolutionize the way Africa approaches digital finance.Register Here
Terms and Conditions
Conclusion: Code for a Brighter Tomorrow

The MoMo Hackathon 2023 isn’t just a competition; it’s a movement towards financial empowerment and digital transformation. With your innovative coding skills, you could play a pivotal role in shaping the future of millions.