Hanga Pitch Fest - Igniting Innovation and Empowering Rwandan Tech Entrepreneurs

In Rwanda's highly growing tech landscape, a remarkable event emerges as a beacon of innovation - Hanga Pitch Fest. It happens to foster ingenuity and inspire groundbreaking solutions, this event, organized by the Ministry of ICT and Innovation and the Rwanda Development Board, supported by the United Nations Development Programme, EU, JICA, and others provides a unique platform for Rwandan tech entrepreneurs to showcase their brilliance.

Igniting the Flames of Innovation: The Inauguration of Hanga Pitch Fest

Hanga Pitchfest serves as a distinguished platform for startups and innovators hailing from various regions of Rwanda, providing them with an opportunity to unveil their groundbreaking concepts and solutions. This esteemed event not only fosters entrepreneurial dreams but also facilitates the transformation of ideas into tangible realities, offering a diverse range of rewards such as cash prizes, mentorship, and investor access.

Inaugurated in December 2021, Hanga Pitchfest made an indelible mark by attracting the number of over 400 applications. This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to the dynamic nature of Rwanda's technology ecosystem.

Looking ahead to the future, the next edition of Hanga Pitch Fest is scheduled to take place at the end of 2023, at the esteemed BK Arena in Kigali. This forthcoming event promises to showcase even greater levels of innovation and excitement, further solidifying its position as a prominent platform for aspiring entrepreneurs and visionaries.

Pitch Competition: The cornerstone of the event, this competition unites startups from diverse sectors like agriculture, education, healthcare, and technology. Top contenders will seize cash rewards, mentorship, and invaluable investor connections.

What is in?

Hanga Ideathon: This is where the work starts with helping entrepreneurs move from ideas to real projects. They’re helped with their projects to be more innovative and get to work with prototypes or go to make products.

Hanga on the road: Entrepreneurs from different country regions with their projects pitch to impress and get help to be recognized in the next stages of Hanga Pitchfest incubation and final events.

In-house Pitches series: Entrepreneurs participating in the Hanga Pitchfest persistently engage in presenting their businesses before their peers through a series of pre-events.

Innovation Exhibition: A bustling arena that spotlights Rwanda's most cutting-edge innovations, fostering connections between startups and potential partners.

Final ceremony and Awards: Celebrating groundbreaking achievements, Startups are awarded for their innovations. Also, the awards recognize the contributions of both corporate entities and public institutions that have contributed to making everything happen.

On the final day, the top 5 Innovative startups are awarded from $50,000 to $12,500 which is $100,000 in total.

Empowering Rwandan Tech Entrepreneurs

Hanga Pitch Fest is an unmatched opportunity for Rwandan tech entrepreneurs to shine on a grand stage. The event's significance extends beyond presentations; it serves as a nexus for networking, investor engagement, and partnership exploration.

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Hanga Pitch Fest encapsulates Rwanda's way of innovation. Finding and supporting the aspirations of tech entrepreneurs shows the nation's commitment to embracing technology as a catalyst for progress. For Rwandan tech visionaries, Hanga Pitch Fest is an invitation to make their mark, forge connections, and shape a future enriched by innovative acts.