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Standard Bank UniHack 2026

Key Information

Organisation

Standard Bank Group

Status

Closed

Application Deadline

15 Mar 2026

Program Type

Challenge

Amount

ZAR 5,000

About this Program

An annual hackathon for graduates to develop innovative solutions for the financial services sector.

Benefits & What You Get

Cash prizes; potential employment offers; technical mentorship from bank experts.

Eligibility

University students or recent graduates in South Africa.

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