Technology
Tech meetups, hackathons, and innovation events
HerCommerce Hackathon Women Leading the Future
An intensive week-long innovation hackathon empowering women to shape Ethiopia's digital economy. Participants will compete for seed funding, build working prototypes using a proven innovation framework, gain mentorship from top industry experts, and join a lifelong network of ambitious peers. Open to innovators, coders, designers, and strategists. Applications deadline: October 17, 2025. Apply at: https://luma.com/w4o9z7e3
TechStitched XR Launch - African Design & Innovation Showcase
Join us for the TechStitched XR Launch event exploring how African designers are reimagining sustainability, craftsmanship, and visibility through virtual showcases with immersive digital innovation. Experience fashion runways in VR, futuristic design experiences, and discover the intersection of creativity and technology. This event celebrates African design, culture, and fresh ideas in the digital age. RSVP via: https://forms.gle/817cAmCJ8kxZ5m6w5
TechStitched XR Launch - African Design & Virtual Fashion
Join TechStitched XR Launch to explore how African designers are reimagining sustainability, craftsmanship, and visibility through virtual showcases with immersive digital innovation. Experience fashion runways in VR, futuristic design experiences, and discover the intersection of creativity and technology. Access new markets and celebrate African design innovation. RSVP: https://forms.gle/817cAmCJ8kxZ5m6w5
Addis Games Week 2025 - Game Jam Competition
Chewata awaqi organized game jam during Addis Games Week 2025 in Addis Ababa. The competition is open for developers, designers, artists and students to collaborate and create original games within the given timeframe. Participants must register via the link provided in the organizer's profile (@linkupaddis).
Addis Games Week 2026
Addis Games Week 2026 is scheduled for 23-25 January 2026, highlighting Ethiopia's gaming, eSports, and innovation sectors. The event features various Ethiopian studios, including Qene Games, Chewata Awaqi, Muqecha Studios, and Wubit Studio, among others. Entrance is free but requires registration. Link available on the organizer's Instagram bio (@linkupaddis).