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Welcome to HackEgerton
2026

Build, experiment, and collaborate with fellow students to turn bold ideas into real projects. HackEgerton 2026 is a student led hackathon where creativity, curiosity, and problem solving come first.

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Why Join HackEgerton?

Build Real Solutions

Turn your bold ideas into real projects that solve real-world problems. HackEgerton gives you the platform to create innovative solutions that make a meaningful impact.

Complete Freedom

No restrictions on your project ideas. Build anything you're passionate about — web apps, mobile apps, hardware, or any solution that solves a problem.

Learn & Grow

Access workshops, mentorship, and resources. Learn from industry experts and fellow participants throughout the hackathon.

Network & Connect

Connect with like-minded students, professionals, and collaborators. Build lasting relationships and expand your network.

Compete for Prizes

Showcase your project and compete for exciting prizes. Get recognition and potentially launch your project into the real world.

Student-Led Experience

HackEgerton is a student-led hackathon where creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving come first. Join a community that values innovation and collaboration.

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Theme

Building Tomorrow's Solutions Today

Hackegerton 2026 invites you to innovate, create, and transform ideas into reality. Our grand theme focuses on empowering students to build solutions that address real-world challenges through technology. Whether you're passionate about artificial intelligence, web development, blockchain, or any other tech domain, this hackathon is your platform to showcase creativity, collaborate with peers, and make a meaningful impact. Join us in shaping the future, one line of code at a time.

Tracks

AI & Data Track

Dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence and data science. This track focuses on building intelligent systems that can learn, adapt, and make data-driven decisions. Whether you're working with machine learning models, neural networks, or data analytics, this track empowers you to create solutions that understand patterns, predict outcomes, and automate complex processes.

Sample Projects You Can Build

  • Predictive Analytics Platform: Build a system that predicts trends, customer behavior, or market movements using historical data
  • AI Chatbot Assistant: Create an intelligent chatbot that can answer questions, provide support, or assist users in various tasks
  • Image Recognition System: Develop a model that can identify objects, faces, or patterns in images
  • Recommendation Engine: Build a system that suggests products, content, or services based on user preferences
  • Data Visualization Dashboard: Create interactive dashboards that transform complex data into meaningful insights

Web / Mobile Track

Create beautiful, functional, and user-friendly applications for web and mobile platforms. This track covers everything from responsive web design to native mobile apps, focusing on creating seamless user experiences across all devices. Whether you're building a progressive web app, a React Native application, or a full-stack web solution, this track helps you bring your ideas to life on screens of all sizes.

Sample Projects You Can Build

  • E-Commerce Platform: Build a full-featured online store with shopping cart, payment integration, and order management
  • Social Media App: Create a mobile or web app for connecting users, sharing content, and building communities
  • Task Management Tool: Develop a productivity app for organizing tasks, projects, and team collaboration
  • Fitness Tracking App: Build an app that tracks workouts, nutrition, and health metrics with beautiful visualizations
  • Real-Time Chat Application: Create a messaging platform with instant communication, file sharing, and notifications

FinTech / Blockchain Track

Explore the future of finance and decentralized technology. This track combines financial innovation with blockchain technology, enabling you to build secure, transparent, and efficient financial solutions. From payment systems and digital wallets to smart contracts and DeFi platforms, this track empowers you to revolutionize how money moves and how financial services are delivered.

Sample Projects You Can Build

  • Digital Wallet Application: Build a secure mobile wallet for storing, sending, and receiving digital currencies
  • Smart Contract Platform: Create automated contracts that execute transactions when conditions are met, without intermediaries
  • Peer-to-Peer Payment System: Develop a platform for direct money transfers between users with low fees
  • NFT Marketplace: Build a platform for creating, buying, and selling non-fungible tokens
  • Cryptocurrency Exchange: Create a trading platform for buying, selling, and exchanging digital assets

Schedule Snapshot

Jan 12

Registration Starts & Building Begins

Time: All Day Location: Online
Feb 04

Stellar Intro Session

Time: TBA Location: TBA Notes: Merchandise • Lunch
Feb 06

Mini In-Person Hackathon

Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location: Software Lab
Feb 27

Project Presentations

Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Software Lab Also: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Side Quest Event) at Botanic Gardens
Feb 28

Grand Hackathon & Prizing

Time: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Location: ARC Hotel Egerton
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Frequently Asked Questions

Hackegerton starts on January 12 online and runs until February 28, when we'll have our in-person meet. Registration opens soon - stay tuned for updates!

Click on the "Register Now" button in the navigation or visit our Register page. Fill out the registration form with your details and team information. Registration will open soon!

The main hackathon requires a registration fee of 299 KSH. However, the mini hackathon on February 6th is free to attend, but spaces are limited to only 50 participants. Register early to secure your spot!

Hackegerton starts online on January 12 and runs until February 28, when we'll have our in-person meet. The online phase allows teams to work remotely, and the in-person event brings everyone together for presentations and networking.

Hackegerton is open to all university students. You can participate individually or as a team. Check our Register page for more details on team formation and participation guidelines.

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