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MTN MoMo API Hackathon 2026

Key Information

Organisation

MTN Group

Status

Open

Application Deadline

20 Nov 2026

Program Type

Challenge

Amount

USD 5,000

About this Program

Developers are challenged to build innovative financial applications using the MTN MoMo API.

Benefits & What You Get

Cash prizes; commercial partnership opportunities with MTN; technical support.

Eligibility

Open to developers and startups in MTN operating countries.

Startups That Could Apply

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