ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon 2024 for Cybersecurity Enthusiasts

Novices and experienced professionals in the cybersecurity world now have an opportunity to participate at the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon. This is a Capture the Flag (CTF) competition organized by ECOWAS in collaboration with Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).

As a novice or experienced professional, you get to learn new skills and connect with fellow enthusiasts. It’s mainly for young technology enthusiasts who would strengthen the cyber workforce across Africa. This opportunity is for individuals who are in any of the ECOWAS member states.

Are you a cybersecurity enthusiasts? Then check below for more details:

Phase One

Date: August 6 – August 31, 2024

Format: Online CTF competition

Participants: Teams from all ECOWAS member states

Objective: Engage in various cybersecurity challenges to determine the top team from each member state

Phase Two

Date: October 14 – October 16, 2024

Format: In-person CTF competition

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Participants: Top teams from each ECOWAS member state

Objective: Determine the top regional team through an in-person CTF event, promoting cross-border collaboration and advanced cybersecurity skills.

We invite all talented individuals and teams to participate in this exciting competition. Demonstrate your expertise, work with peers, and push the limits of cybersecurity. Join the talent pool dedicated to securing cyberspace for your country and the entire West African region.

Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

For more information, visit the Official Webpage of the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon.