Join Cameroon's most impactful 48-hour hackathon where young innovators co-create AI-powered solutions for sustainable waste management and circular economy transformation.
Addressing Cameroon's 3 million tons of annual waste through innovative technology solutions that connect communities to sustainable circular economy opportunities.
In communities like Nkolfoulou, Yaoundé, 60% of recyclable materials end up in illegal dumps or burned in open spaces. Traditional waste management systems reach fewer than 30% of urban areas effectively, while rural communities struggle with limited collection services.
Poor waste management costs Cameroon billions of FCFA annually in environmental damage, public health impacts, and lost economic opportunities.
Through this Hackathon, we aim to let Participants harness AI technology to create practical, scalable solutions that transform waste management and empower communities across our beloved country Cameroon.
Choose your track and develop AI-powered solutions that address specific aspects of Cameroon's waste management challenges.
Develop AI-powered solutions that improve waste identification, classification, and sorting through computer vision and machine learning.
Design AI-driven solutions for route optimization, demand prediction, and processing efficiency to reduce costs and environmental impact.
Create web-based platforms and AI systems that connect communities with actionable information to participate in the circular economy.
From ideation to implementation, here's how your hackathon journey unfolds over two intensive days.
Kick-off with challenge presentations and team finalization
Start building your AI-powered waste management solution
Connect with mentors, fellow innovators, and sponsors
Fuel up and continue building through the night
Finalize your solution and prepare your pitch
Present your innovative solution to judges (15 minutes per team)
Celebrate winners and network with the community
Beyond the prize money, gain access to mentorship, incubation, and career opportunities in the growing green tech sector.
Partner with us to drive environmental innovation and support the next generation of AI developers in Cameroon.
Support innovative solutions that transform waste management and create lasting environmental impact across Cameroon. Join industry leaders in fostering green technology innovation.
Reach Cameroon's top tech talent and environmental innovators
Connect with skilled developers and creative problem-solvers
Contribute to sustainable solutions for Cameroon's waste challenges
Have questions about WasteHack 2026? Reach out to our team for support, clarifications, or partnership inquiries.