The Hack Jozi Challenge is a boot camp for start-up entrepreneurs brought to you by Seed Academy, Joburg Centre for Software Engineering at Wits University and the City of Johannesburg. The challenge has R 5 million worth of prizes available, in cash and kind. The aim of the bootcamp is to:
- Fostering skills, innovation and entrepreneurship in the broad area of digital technology.
- The programme is in support of capacity development, job creation and enterprise development.
Details on the application process is covered in this short 1 minute video.
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FAQs
The organisers answer all the questions with the following:
WHO?Anyone can enter. Entrepreneurs could either be individuals or teams, preferably with the relevant technical capabilities, an opportunity for entrants to formulate partnerships to improve their ventures.
What kind of Startup is required?Startups must use a digital technology to address a need in the community.
How does the funding work?Once selected, participants will be awarded membership to Jozis digital hub plus a cash amount. Support will also be provided in the form of technical requirements and mentorship. The Top Selected Awardees will also receive one year free hosting credit for their business applications from IBM.
More details on applying can be found on the Hack Jozi Challenge website. Click here.
Applications close on the 27 February 2015.
(P.S. Hack Jozi has an awesome logo)