What is Build54?
b54 discovers, promotes, and develops talent across Africa through hacks, challenges, and research Prizes. Campus Reps start university hubs.
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What is Build54?
Can I take part?
Anyone based in Africa or of African descent. Prizes welcome undergraduate and postgraduate students; Builds welcome builders, developers, designers, and researchers.
Where do I start?
Submit research for a Prize, register for an upcoming Build, or become a Campus Ambassador to spread the word at your university.
What does it cost?
No application or registration fee unless the opportunity page explicitly says otherwise. Never pay an individual to secure a place, result, or award.
Where can I join?
Eligible Prize applicants span Africa and the diaspora. Build pages state location and participation rules.
How will I hear?
Check the Prizes and Builds pages and official announcements. Registered participants receive relevant updates at their account email.
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What is b54?
b54 is a foundation that discovers, promotes, and develops talent across Africa. We run three programmes: hacks and challenges for builders, and Prizes for academic research. Campus Reps grow the community by starting hubs at their universities.
Who can participate?
Anyone based in Africa or of African descent. Prizes are open to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Builds welcome builders, developers, designers, and researchers.
How do I get involved?
Submit research for a Prize or register for an upcoming Build. You can also become a Campus Ambassador to help spread the word at your university.
Is there a fee to participate?
b54 does not charge an application or registration fee unless a specific opportunity page clearly states otherwise. Never pay an individual to secure a place, result, or award.
Where are b54 opportunities available?
Prizes are designed for eligible applicants across Africa and the diaspora. Builds may be virtual or tied to a city or campus; each event page states its location and participation rules.
How will I hear about new opportunities?
Check the Prizes and Builds pages and follow b54's official announcements. Registered participants also receive relevant event updates at the email linked to their account.
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