Code4Privacy Hackathon
2025
Privacy in Action:
Solutions to foster digital trust.
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Code4Privacy
Hackathon 2025
Theme:
Privacy in Action:
Solutions to foster digital trust.
Code4Privacy
Hackathon 2025
Theme:
Privacy in Action:
Solutions to foster digital trust.
About the Code4Privacy Hackathon

Code4Privacy Hackathon Highlights
Get Involved
Be a Participant
We’re looking for passionate, committed students ready to make an impact! Ideal participants are those who can dedicate at least 5 hours per week during the hackathon, have reliable internet access, and a personal device (preferably a laptop). You should be able to work virtually using tools like Google Meet, Docs, Sheets, and Slides, and actively engage in mentorship, teamwork, and presentations. We value creative and critical thinkers who bring fresh ideas to real-world challenges, are open to feedback, and eager to learn. If you believe in collaboration, accountability, and using technology for good to advance digital rights and privacy, then this hackathon is for you.
Engage African youths in developing practical, innovative solutions to data protection and privacy challenges through a collaborative virtual hackathon.
Engaging Challenges: Tackle real-world privacy problems.
Expert Mentorship: Learn from engineers, lawyers, UI/UX pros.
Networking: Meet like-minded peers and professionals.
Prizes & Recognition:
🥇 N750,000 or $468 (1st Prize)
🥈 N500,000 or $312 (2nd Prize)
🥉 N250,000 or $156 (3rd Prize)
Undergraduate students from any tertiary institution in teams of 3, with at least one female member.
Coding: Python, Java, JS, or C++
Tools: React, Flutter, Firebase, Google Workspace
Knowledge: NDPA, privacy-by-design, data ethics
Soft Skills: Teamwork, communication, time management


Be a Volunteer
Want to support a meaningful cause while gaining valuable experience? As a volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in organizing, mentoring, facilitating sessions, and supporting team progress. It’s an opportunity to:
- Contribute to youth development and digital rights advocacy
- Expand your professional network in tech, policy, and privacy spaces
- Gain visibility and recognition for your impact
- Receive certificates of appreciation and recommendation letters (where applicable)
Be a Sponsor
Organizations that support this initiative demonstrate leadership in privacy, digital innovation, and social responsibility. Sponsoring the Code4Privacy Hackathon offers:
- Brand visibility among Nigeria’s next-generation tech talent and digital rights advocates
- Public recognition during the 17th ISACA Abuja Conference (August 2025)
- Strategic alignment with youth empowerment, privacy, and responsible tech
- Opportunities for CSR fulfillment, mentorship involvement, and talent scouting
