Earlier last month we had an insightful fireside chat as we delve into the critical issue of waste management and recycling in Kaduna State at IT Central hub. Our esteemed guest, Special Assistant on Climate Change to the Governor of Kaduna State, Senior Special Assistant ICT representative, Head of Waste Management & Deputy Director Environment, and Permanent Secretary Commissioner for Environment a leading authority in the field, they share their expertise on how technology, particularly AI, can transform waste management practices to create a cleaner, healthier environment.

• The current state of waste management in Africa (Kaduna) and its challenges
• The role of AI in optimizing waste collection routes, waste classification, and recycling processes
• Overcoming barriers to implementing innovative waste management solutions
• The importance of public-private partnerships in addressing the waste crisis

Africa is grappling with a mounting waste challenge, and we believe technology can be a powerful tool for transformation. By leveraging Africa’s Talking products and APIs, you can develop solutions that revolutionize waste management practices across the continent.

Harness the power of AI to optimize waste collection routes, predict waste generation patterns, and improve recycling rates. Create intelligent systems that connect waste collectors, recyclers, and communities, fostering a circular economy. Your innovations can contribute to a cleaner environment, job creation, and sustainable development.

During the hackathon, you'll have access to expert mentors who will guide you in utilizing Africa's Talking's suite of products to build effective waste management solutions. Compete for exciting prizes and gain recognition for your contributions to a cleaner Africa.

Let's work together to build a sustainable future. Join us at the Waste Management Hackathon and be part of the solution!

Key Focus Areas:

• AI and data analytics for waste management
  
• Efficient waste collection and transportation
• Waste management infrastructure optimization
• Recycling and waste reduction strategies
• Community engagement and awareness

Target Audience:

• Software developers
• AI/ML Engineers
• Environmental scientist
• Waste management experts
• IoT specialists
• Entrepreneurs

Expected Results

• Innovative Applications: Solutions that effectively use any of Africa's Talking API to solve key challenges.
• Working Prototypes: Functional prototypes demonstrating the practical use of the AI Models and APIs.
• Enhanced Skills and Knowledge: A deeper understanding of waste management and recycle, along with improved technical skills in API integration and security.
• Collaborative Solutions: Well-rounded applications developed through teamwork, addressing both technical and user experience aspects.
• Networking Opportunities: Connections with peers, mentors, and industry experts, potentially leading to future collaborations.

What should you expect as an Attendee:

• Access to Cutting-Edge Tools: Leverage Africa's Talking powerful APIs and SDKs, designed to make implementation seamless and hassle-free.
• Apprenticeship & Support: Work closely with seasoned experts from Africa's Talking who will guide and support you throughout the hackathon as we build with you.
• Networking Opportunities: Join as a member and connect with like-minded individuals, potential collaborators, and industry professionals.
• Cash Prizes, Recognition and Qualify to Join our Marketplace Program: Stand a chance to win exciting prizes, gain recognition for your innovative solutions and
• Impact Africa: Contribute to the economic growth and development of Africa by providing solutions that simplify and enhance payment processes

The winning solution will receive cash prizes as follows:

• Winner - ₦80,000 (Join Marketplace Program)
• 1st Runners Up - ₦60,000
• 2nd Runners Up - ₦40,000

Africa's Talking powers communications solutions across Africa with simplified access to telco infrastructure, developers use our powerful SMS, USSD, Voice, Airtime, Payments, Mobile Data and Insights APIs to bring their ideas to life, as they build and sustain scalable businesses.

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Developer Documentation (We welcome feedback)

Agenda:

1. Warm-Up

• Introductions
• Form teams where need be.
• Feedback
• Feature requests

2. Building/hacking: Code in GitHub/GitLab/BitBucket and deploy in Docker/Automated CI/Travis CI/Bamboo

Note: This section needs additional setup.

Upon commit, the repository is built and deployed to an accessible web server or an S3 bucket.

3. Demonstration and Wrap-up

Teams or individuals will demo what they have hacked for feedback or adoption.

Note: Carry a laptop

Opportunities:

• Network
• Innovate
• Access to our Talent bench (You can get a job or a gig on the spot)

Submit your Idea:

• Hackathon Idea Submission Form
  

Gigs:

We would love to reach out to you so that you can build for our customers, please fill out this form with details to ensure we have your details:

• GIG/HACK DEVELOPER PORTFOLIO FORM

Join community channels:

1. Slack & WhatsApp:

• Join Africa's Talking slack community here
• Join Elarian Slack community here

Please follow our Twitter handles to:

@AfricasTalking

@ElarianHQ

@ATdevskd

You can get our videos, recaps, and event interviews on our youtube channels, subscribe to get updates:

1. Africa's Talking Youtube Channel
2. Elarian Youtube Channel

Africa's Talking community allows developers to learn skills for the modern-day African Developer. We are language and framework agnostic. All developers are welcome. This is where Africa's Talking developers community meets to build, learn and exchange knowledge.

We are helping software developers and businesses to bring their ideas to life through easy-to-use APIs easily.

Would you like to partner with us? Kindly contact the Developer Experience Team.