Gauteng’s Youth Tech Hackathon returns to unlock Young Innovators’ Potential
The Gauteng Department of e-Government will host the second edition of the Youth Tech Expo (YTE) Hackathon Series, a programme aimed at equipping young people with digital skills, promoting innovation and creating pathways into the digital economy.
Following the success of the inaugural edition held in June this year, the Department will host five hackathons across Gauteng's five regions, starting with the Johannesburg Region on 15 and 16 October 2026 at Don Matema Hall in Eldorado Park.
The hackathon series provides young innovators with an opportunity to collaborate, develop technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges and gain exposure to digital entrepreneurship and emerging technologies.
At the end of each regional hackathon, 10 participants per region will be selected to represent their region at the Grand Finale in November 2026, where Gauteng's top young innovators will compete and showcase their solutions.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a youth between the ages of 18 and 35 years.
- Be a permanent resident of Gauteng Province.
- Register in the region where they reside.
- Possess a valid South African Identity Document (ID).
- Have a Matric Certificate (Grade 12), NQF Level 4, or an equivalent qualification.
How to Apply
Young people interested in participating are encouraged to apply through the Gauteng Department of e-Government's official social media platforms, where the application link is available, or directly via:
Application Link:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/nn3TTyBJUx
Official Social Media Platforms:
Facebook: Gauteng Department of e-Government
X (Twitter): @gautengegov
Instagram: @gautengegov
TikTok: @gautengegov
Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the event:
Date: 15–16 October 2026
Time: 09:00
Venue: Don Matema Hall, Eldorado Park
For more information contact:
Sithembiso Ndlovu
Cell: 072 183 8922
E-mail: sithembiso.ndlovu@gauteng.gov.za
Neo Goba
Cell: 072 128 1951
E-mail: Neo.Goba@gauteng.gov.za
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