#fintech237 04 – 06 MARS 2026
HACKATON
MARCH 2026 HACKATON
A 3-day innovation marathon bringing together young developers, designers, and fintech thinkers to reimagine the future of financial services.
The “Innovate Finance” hackathon is a three-day event dedicated to creativity and collaboration. Designed to connect the financial sector with the student and tech community, it brings together young developers, designers, and problem-solvers to address real-world challenges.
The goal: to create functional digital prototypes that respond to the pressing financial issues faced by businesses, banks, institutions, and clients in Cameroon.
“Join a community of innovators shaping Cameroon’s digital finance revolution. Whether you’re a student, developer, designer, or fintech enthusiast your idea could change the future of payments and banking.”
MEET THE Jury
The “Innovate Finance” hackathon jury brings together a panel of seasoned professionals, tech entrepreneurs, financial experts, and innovation leaders. Their role is to evaluate each project based on creativity, technical excellence, relevance to the financial sector, and potential for real-world impact.
With diverse backgrounds spanning fintech, software engineering, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation, the jury members share one mission: to identify and reward the most promising solution that can redefine the future of finance in Cameroon and beyond.
They will provide constructive feedback, mentor participants during the event, and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation process recognizing not only great solutions but also strong teamwork, execution, and vision.
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Who Can Participate?
The “Innovate Finance” Hackathon is open to all passionate individuals eager to shape the future of digital finance in Cameroon. Participation is free and open to:
- Developers & Engineers — skilled in software, mobile, or blockchain development
- Designers & UX/UI Specialists — crafting intuitive, user-centered fintech experiences
- Students & Young Professionals — from universities, engineering schools, and business programs
- Fintech Enthusiasts & Entrepreneurs — bringing business ideas or financial insight to the teams
Participants can register individually or in teams of 3 to 5 members. Don’t have a team? No problem, you can join one during the opening session.
Discover the agenda
08:00 - 08:30
Opening Ceremony
08:00 - 08:30
Presentation of Challenges (themes proposed by banks, fintechs, and partners)
08:00 - 08:30
Keynote: “Innovating in Financial Inclusion”
08:00 - 08:30
Team formation & ideation sessions
08:00 - 08:30
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