\ud83d\udcc5 Dates:<\/strong> September 28\u201329, 2026 The Fintech Mauritania Hackathon 2026<\/strong> is a major forum dedicated to financial innovation, women\u2019s entrepreneurship, and digital transformation across the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)<\/strong> region.<\/p>\n Held in Nouakchott on September 28 and 29, 2026, the event aims to bring together key stakeholders from finance, innovation, investment, and entrepreneurship to address the challenges and opportunities of building a more inclusive, competitive, and sustainable economic ecosystem.<\/p>\n Through panels, roundtables, and a dedicated hackathon, the forum will highlight the growing role of women in economic development while exploring how fintech, artificial intelligence, and digital technologies can accelerate the creation of high-impact enterprises.<\/p>\n In Mauritania, women have long played a central role in trade, services, and economic activity. They create value, build businesses, and actively contribute to the prosperity of their communities.<\/p>\n Today, digital transformation is opening new opportunities to strengthen this dynamic. More and more women are founding startups, leading institutions, and designing the financial solutions of tomorrow. Fintech, artificial intelligence, and digital services are emerging as key drivers of innovation, financial inclusion, and large-scale wealth creation.<\/p>\n The challenge is no longer to demonstrate women\u2019s contribution to the economy, but to accelerate their access to opportunities, financing, and networks that enable growth.<\/p>\n The Fintech Mauritania Hackathon 2026 aims to:<\/p>\n Women who are building, leading, and financing the next generation of enterprises across the OIC space.<\/p>\n Fintech opportunities that foster financial inclusion and economic growth.<\/p>\n High-potential entrepreneurial talent and innovative solutions through the hackathon.<\/p>\n Entrepreneurs, investors, financial institutions, development partners, and public decision-makers.<\/p>\n To a shared regional vision of inclusive, innovative, and sovereign finance.<\/p>\n The hackathon is the operational core of the forum. Its goal is to identify innovative projects that can evolve into viable, high-growth companies.<\/p>\n Projects will be assessed based on:<\/p>\n Building the digital economy infrastructure in the OIC space<\/strong><\/p>\n This panel will focus on the foundations required for a functioning digital economy: payment systems, digital identity, data management, connectivity, regulation, and trust.<\/p>\n Expected participants:<\/strong><\/p>\n Expected outcome:<\/strong> This discussion will explore financing mechanisms adapted to African realities, aiming to support the growth of companies capable of scaling, creating jobs, and attracting investment.<\/p>\n Expected participants:<\/strong><\/p>\n Expected outcome:<\/strong> Women at the heart of economic transformation<\/strong><\/p>\n This session will highlight women entrepreneurs, executives, and investors who actively contribute to economic transformation and value creation in Mauritania and across the OIC space.<\/p>\n Expected participants:<\/strong><\/p>\n Expected outcome:<\/strong> This panel will explore the real-world applications of artificial intelligence in financial services, agriculture, commerce, and SMEs, as well as the economic opportunities it creates.<\/p>\n Expected participants:<\/strong><\/p>\n Expected outcome:<\/strong> This session will bring together founders, investors, mentors, and ecosystem builders to discuss the real challenges of scaling startups and accessing markets.<\/p>\n Expected participants:<\/strong><\/p>\n Expected outcome:<\/strong> The Fintech Mauritania Hackathon 2026 aims to deliver:<\/p>\n The Fintech Mauritania Hackathon 2026 is part of a broader effort to promote innovation and women\u2019s entrepreneurship across the OIC space. Through dialogue, knowledge sharing, and the emergence of practical solutions, the event aims to contribute to building the next generation of enterprises, leaders, and innovations shaping the economic future of Mauritania and the region.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n contact@nilab.africa<\/a>
\n\ud83d\udccd Venue:<\/strong> Sheraton Hotel, Nouakchott, Mauritania
\n\ud83c\udfaf Main Theme:<\/strong> \u201cWomen, Innovation and Finance: Building the Next Generation of Enterprises in the OIC Space\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n
\nOverview<\/h2>\n
\nContext: A defining moment for women\u2019s entrepreneurship<\/h2>\n
\nObjectives of the Forum<\/h2>\n
Highlight<\/h3>\n
Explore<\/h3>\n
Identify<\/h3>\n
Connect<\/h3>\n
Contribute<\/h3>\n
\nFintech Mauritania Hackathon 2026<\/h1>\n
A startup innovation lab<\/h2>\n
Priority themes<\/h3>\n
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Evaluation criteria<\/h3>\n
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\nForum Program<\/h1>\n
Panel 1<\/h2>\n
Finance, Innovation and Competitiveness<\/h3>\n
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\nIdentify key priorities to accelerate financial and entrepreneurial innovation across the OIC region.<\/p>\n
\nRoundtable 1<\/h2>\n
Financing the Next Generation of African Enterprises<\/h3>\n
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\nA better understanding of the link between innovation, financing, and economic growth.<\/p>\n
\nPanel 2<\/h2>\n
Leadership, Innovation and Value Creation<\/h3>\n
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\nShowcase inspiring real-world career paths and identify levers to accelerate women-led entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n
\nPanel 3<\/h2>\n
Artificial Intelligence, Fintech and New Business Models<\/h3>\n
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\nIdentify concrete opportunities for Mauritania and the wider OIC region.<\/p>\n
\nRoundtable 2<\/h2>\n
From Idea to Enterprise: Scaling Startups<\/h3>\n
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\nShare practical insights and real-world lessons on building scalable and sustainable companies.<\/p>\n
\nTarget Participants<\/h2>\n
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\nExpected Outcomes<\/h2>\n
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\nA forward-looking vision<\/h2>\n
Hackathon Program and Application Submission<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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