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HACKATHON PANGAEA X

HACKATHON PANGAEA X

MAY 30 TO JUNE 1, 2024 – ASSINIE, IVORY COAST

SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION HACKATHON FOR YOUNG IVOIRIAN ENTREPRENEURS

APPLICATIONS CLOSED
PANGAEA X 2024

JOIN THE PANGAEA X HACKATHON

Take part in the Pangaea X Hackathon in Assinie: an unmissable opportunity for students, professionals and amateurs passionate about sustainable innovation. Take up the challenge with us and use your creativity to contribute to a more sustainable future during an intensive weekend in Abidjan!

This event is aimed at all young people wishing to carry out an entrepreneurial project with a positive impact on the planet. It’s a unique opportunity to refine your project, benefit from expert coaching and push your project to new horizons.

At the end of the hackathon, a panel of experts will select the team that has demonstrated the most progress, impact and motivation. The winning team will be invited to join the prestigious Pangaea X incubation program in Europe, from June to October, where they will benefit from tailor-made support to develop their project.

Registration is open until April 25, 2024 23:59 UTC, and the hackathon runs from May 30 to June 1, 2024. Don’t miss this chance to make a tangible difference to our community and our planet with Pangaea X Hackathon Abidjan.

PANGAEA X 2024

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

DÉCOUVREZ LES THÈMES

DISCOVER
THEMES

Explore Pangaea X themes and make sure your idea matches Pangaea X themes:

  • Climate change
  • Renewable energy
  • Circular Economy
  • Biodiversity conservation
  • Water conservation
  • Sustainable agriculture

FORMEZ UNE ÉQUIPE DE 2 À 4 PERSONNES

Assemble your dream team of 2 to 4 people. There are several ways to build your team:

  • Search your network of friends/schools/others
  • Join the Facebook group

JOIN THE FACEBOOK GROUP

POSTULEZ

All the info you need to participate is here. Read the form carefully and make sure you have everything you need for a perfect registration.

And don’t forget to save the key dates in your diaries! Every meeting, workshop and session is an important step towards the success of your project.

Any doubts or questions? Don’t panic, make an appointment with a member of the Pangaea X team to clarify everything. contact@pangaeax.org

POSTULATE NOW

PANGAEA X 2024

Entry requirements :

  • Alignment with the Pangaea X 2024 theme
  • Deliverables
  • Available on Pangaea X Europe program dates (see dates)
  • Ivorian resident
  • Aged between 18 and 30
  • The team must be made up of 2 to 4 people
  • The legal identity of the project must not exist.

    Who is Pangaea X for?

    The aim of the 3-day hackathon is to accelerate the realization of project ideas. If you already have a working project, or a more or less finished or defined product/service, the hackathon may not be suited to your needs.

    INFO SESSION

    If you have any doubts or questions, you can join one of two online information sessions on April 4 and 11 from 12:00 to 13:00 UTC :

    POURQUOI PARTICIPER ?

    WHY PARTICIPATE?

    During the 3-day hackathon you’ll have the opportunity to :

    • Clarify where to start when you have an idea for a project
    • Accelerate your idea in 3 days, and develop personally
    • Leave with tools to continue developing your project
    • Stimulate creativity
    • Understand how to solve an identified challenge, and validate an idea
    • Step out of your comfort zone when speaking in public
    AGENDA

    KEY DATES

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    WINNING PRIZES

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    Join the Pangaea X Europe program

    By taking part in the Pangaea X Côte d’Ivoire hackathon, you could win the chance to join the Pangaea X Europe program. This includes :

    • A 4-month support program, including travel to Switzerland and France
    • Incubation at the YIRI innovation center in Abidjan for the duration of the program

    Support at AGL’s innovation center

    YIRI INNOVATION CENTER

    By taking part in the Pangaea X Côte d’Ivoire hackathon, you can also win the AGL Coup de Coeur prize. This prize is designed to encourage and support the creative and ambitious teams who didn’t win 1st prize to continue developing their innovative ideas, and to guide them on their entrepreneurial journey. The prize includes :

    • A financial grant to support the development of their project
    • Unlimited access to AGL’s DISCOVER program via its YIRI innovation center, providing comprehensive online training on entrepreneurship, offering practical tools, advice and the keys to turning the concept presented into a product.

      Yiri – AGL Group Regional Innovation Center

    Located in Abidjan, this physical space dedicated to innovation is a gas pedal of progress and transformation for Africa. By investing in creativity and encouraging the exploration of new ideas, it actively contributes to the economic and technological development of the African continent. By creating synergies between AGL’s teams and their academic and start-up partners, Yiri represents a place where brilliant ideas become concrete realities, contributing to the continent’s constant evolution.

    5,000€ for an academic program

    An endowment of €5,000 to be used in an academic program for the team receiving the MSCF prize. Conditions will be announced at the Hackathon.

    THE JURY

    Annika Horn

    Annika Horn

    HORN FOUNDATION
    Asta rose cisse

    ASTA-ROSA CISSÉ

    CEO, AGL CÔTE D’IVOIRE
    Marina Ansleme

    MARINA ANSLEME

    SG, MSC FOUNDATION
    Fabrice Sawegnon

    Fabrice Sawegnon

    DG, Voodoo Group
    Florence TAHIRI epse FADIKA

    Florence TAHIRI epse FADIKA

    Ministère de la transition Numérique et de la Digitalisation
    Pauline mocchi unicef

    Pauline Mocchi

    UNICEF Côte d’Ivoire
    AGENDA

    THE HACKATHON PROGRAM

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    HACKATHON

    COACHES

    Jorge VILANOVA

    CO-Founder OGO SECURITY
    Ange Balma

    Ange Frederick Balma

    Président SINULUX

    Anicet Amani

    Fondateur Skan Technologie

    Maï Hervé du Penhoat

    Partner – Arion Company

    Marie Flore BATIONO

    Co-Fondatrice Next One Transport

    Aurore Garnier

    Fondatrice & CEO ISAO & VP Afrique Spallian

    Kara DIABY

    Fondateur & CEO @repat.africa

    Amina Hassanaly

    Fondatrice Stadiya Formation

    Malick M. Diabaté

    Fondateur CHOOSE YOUR MENTOR
    DAVID ALLALI

    David allali

    Responsable Logistique, AGL CÔTE D’IVOIRE
    PANGAEA X 2024

    Q&A

    What is the Pangaea X Hackathon?

    The Pangaea X Hackathon is a 3-day event dedicated to innovation in the field of sustainable development. It brings together people with a passion for ecology and technology to develop concrete solutions to environmental challenges. Over 3 days, participants benefit from expert advice, mentoring sessions and the opportunity to collaborate with other innovators.

    What are the advantages of taking part in the Hackathon?

    Taking part in the Pangaea X Hackathon offers unique benefits: developing sustainable projects under expert mentoring, expanding your network in innovation and sustainable development, improving technical and entrepreneurial skills, and getting an incubation chance to bring your project to fruition. It’s an enriching experience to turn ideas into concrete action for a sustainable future.

    What are the themes of the Pangaea X Hackathon?

    Themes include biodiversity, circular economy, clean energy, climate change, water conservation and other sustainability topics.

    How can I register for the Pangaea X Hackathon?

    Registration is online via the registration form on the official Hackathon Pangaea X website before the deadline of April 18, 2024.

    Where will the Pangaea X Hackathon take place?

    The Pangaea X Hackathon will be held in Assinie, at a precise location to be communicated to selected participants.

    Y a-t-il des frais de participation pour le Hackathon Pangaea X ?

    La participation au Hackathon Pangaea X est gratuite, incluant l’hébergement et les repas sur trois jours. Pour les participants non-résidents d’Abidjan, une aide financière peut être octroyée pour les frais de transport. Les intéressés doivent appliquer spécifiquement pour cette aide en écrivant à contact@pangaeax.org 

    What is the daily schedule for the Pangaea X Hackathon?

    The days are structured around teamwork sessions, workshops, mentoring and presentations, with precise times communicated to registrants.

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