🏁 About the Challenge

The Islamic Call University Hackathon 2025 is a unique opportunity for students, developers, innovators, and changemakers to come together and build solutions that address real-world problems through the lens of technology and ethical impact.

This year's challenge theme is:

"Tech for Community Empowerment"

Participants will be tasked with creating solutions that improve education, health, economic opportunity, governance, or religious engagement in meaningful and scalable ways.

Whether you're interested in developing web apps, mobile platforms, AI tools, or data solutions — this challenge is your chance to create technology that serves both humanity and higher values.

💡 Challenge Tracks (Pick one or more):

  1. Islamic Education & Da'wah – Tools that spread knowledge, simplify learning, or support teachers and imams.

  2. Youth Empowerment – Platforms for career guidance, skill-building, or mental health support.

  3. Community Health – Apps or systems that improve awareness, access, or delivery of healthcare.

  4. Smart Governance – Transparency tools, digital services, or complaint/reporting systems.

  5. Innovation in Finance – Islamic finance apps, donation platforms (Zakat/Sadaqah), or budgeting tools.

✅ What We’re Looking For

  • Originality and creativity

  • Real-world impact

  • Alignment with ethical and community values

  • Working prototype (MVP or demo)

  • Teamwork and clear presentation

🏆 Why Participate?

  • Build something meaningful

  • Win prizes and recognition

  • Receive feedback from industry and academic experts

  • Network with mentors, peers, and potential employers

  • Contribute to the future of tech with purpose

Requirements

🔧 What to Build

Participants are expected to build a working prototype that addresses a real-world challenge in one of the approved tracks. Your project can be a:

  • Web application

  • Mobile app

  • Hardware integration (if applicable)

  • Data-driven tool or dashboard

  • AI/ML-based solution

  • Islamic educational platform or digital Da’wah tool

You may use any programming language or framework, but your final solution should:

  • Solve a real-world problem

  • Be ethical and socially beneficial

  • Include a working demo or prototype (not just an idea)

📤 What to Submit

You must submit the following via Devpost before the deadline:

  1. Project Title & Description

    • A brief summary of your project: what it does, why it matters, and who it helps.

  2. Demo Video (2–3 minutes)

    • A screen-recorded or filmed video showcasing your project in action.

    • Explain the features, purpose, and functionality clearly.

  3. Working Prototype or Code Repository

    • GitHub, GitLab, or ZIP file of your code

    • Include setup instructions or a live demo link if hosted

  4. Team Members

    • List all contributors and their roles.

  5. Track & Tools Used

    • Mention the track you’re submitting to (e.g., Education, Health, Governance)

    • List key technologies, APIs, or platforms used

 

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

1 non-cash prize
WINNER
1 winner

GET A CHANCE TO GET A FREE MEMBERSHIP TO THE EXECUTIVE BOARD OF S&H TECHNOLOGIES

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

GAMUSI SHARIIF SALIMU

GAMUSI SHARIIF SALIMU
PROJECT MANAGER

Judging Criteria

  • Judging Criteria
    Innovation (25%), Relevance to Theme (20%), Functionality (20%), Impact (20%), and Presentation (15%).

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