Unveiling the Vibrancy of the Bamenda Innovation Week

Innovation in Focus: The week showcases a myriad of projects and ideas dedicated to solving local challenges, emphasizing the power of technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Whether an innovator, stakeholder, supporter, or just curious, there's something for everyone at Bamenda Innovation Week.

Building a Thriving Ecosystem: The event contributes to building a thriving ecosystem in Bamenda, attracting some of the brightest minds from the Northwest. Acknowledging the contributions of indigenous entrepreneurs, the week aims to shift focus from philanthropy to technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.

Honoring Local Icons: Notable figures like D.A Nanga, S.K Kilo, F. Mubang, Daniel Che, S.P Longla, Albert Che Niba, Peter Ngufor, Amadou Danpullo, Micheal Atabong, F.M Moffor to W.E Monangai have significantly impacted Bamenda. Their generosity has left lasting impressions, improving various aspects of the city, from road networks to education, health facilities, and industry.

Green Hackathon Highlights: Day 2 featured the Green Hackathon, with young individuals from the seven divisions of the North West Region addressing issues on sustainable agriculture and food security. Teams engaged in brainstorming, forecasting, and hands-on solution-building, reflecting a shift towards impactful problem-solving.

Technology as Catalyst: Bamenda Innovation Week is proudly sponsored by the Cameroon International Tech Summit (CITS), aligning with the spirit of providing a platform for young people to drive social change. This year's focus extends from philanthropy to technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.

Hackathon Success Stories: The Green Hack Bamenda witnessed 48 hours of intensive collaboration, with teams like #teamGoFresh working on a blockchain solution to eliminate middlemen in agricultural distribution, aiming to uplift local farmers in Bamenda and Cameroon.

Diverse Activities: The week boasts a diverse array of activities, including the 48-hour Green Hack, innovators' meetups, pitch masterclasses, Pitch Friday, and a Green Poetry Contest.

As Bamenda Innovation Week unfolds, the city resonates with the energy of creativity, collaboration, and impactful solutions, echoing the commitment to shaping a brighter future through technology and innovation.

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