AbiaGateway Hackathons
We partner with universities, tech hubs, ministries and sponsors to run data hackathons that turn Abia’s open data into real impact. Plan one with us — or join the next.
Why run a hackathon with us
Real government data
Participants get elevated API access to 500+ official datasets across 36 sectors for the duration of the event.
Turnkey logistics
We provide API keys, technical mentors, documentation, sample projects and judging criteria out of the box.
Real-world impact
Winning projects can be incubated into pilots with the relevant MDA — from idea to public service.
Planning a hackathon partnership
A simple, proven process from first conversation to demo day.
Scope & theme
We work with you to define a theme (e.g. agriculture, health, civic services), audience, dates and prize structure.
Data & access
We provision hackathon API keys with elevated limits and curate a starter dataset pack relevant to your theme.
Enablement
Mentors, a kickoff workshop, documentation and sample repos get every team productive on day one.
Judging & demo day
Structured judging against impact, technical quality and feasibility, culminating in a public demo day.
Incubation
Standout projects get a pathway to pilot with the relevant ministry, with continued data access.
On the calendar
AgriTech Challenge
48-hour build using agricultural and weather datasets. In partnership with ABSU & the Ministry of Agriculture.
HealthData Sprint
Tools that improve health-service delivery using facility and indicator data across Abia’s LGAs.
Civic Innovation Jam
An open theme for civic-tech builders. Themes and sponsors to be announced — register interest now.
Host or sponsor a hackathon
Universities, tech hubs, ministries, NGOs and corporate sponsors are all welcome. Tell us what you have in mind and our team will follow up to co-plan the event.
Partners receive: co-branding, elevated API access for participants, technical mentorship, and a direct line to the data team.
We’ll be in touch within 2 business days.
Let’s build something for Abia
Whether you’re a builder or a partner, the next hackathon starts with a hello.
🤝 Get involved