Day 1
Day 1 — Vibe Coding Bootcamp
- Introduction to Vibe Coding
- ChatGPT
- Cursor
- Lovable
- Bolt
- Build an application
- Deployment
McBuleli · AI Hackathon - Kinshasa
Build the Future with AI
The AI hackathon of reference in the Democratic Republic of the Congo - organized by McBuleli from Kinshasa. Learn Vibe Coding, ship a product, pitch before a jury, and join an ecosystem connecting builders, companies and investors.
- Organized by McBuleli - fintech platform & builders community
- Unique: bootcamp + hackathon + incubation on one platform
- McBuleli AI Hackathon — Kinshasa · Registration open · 100 seats left
McBuleli · Wallet · P2P · Academy · Community
Kinshasa · Africa
Why join
More than a competition - a launchpad
Built for talent who want to learn, ship and connect to the McBuleli ecosystem.
Learn
Master Vibe Coding with ChatGPT, Cursor and modern AI tools - from prototype to deploy.
Build
Ship a real application with your team on a challenge that matters for DRC and Africa.
Mentors
Get coached by product, tech and business mentors throughout the hackathon.
Network
Meet builders, universities, companies and decision-makers in Kinshasa’s ecosystem.
Awards
Official competition, McBuleli certificate and spotlight for top teams.
Incubation
Promising projects may join a post-event support track.
Careers
Connect with hiring opportunities from partners and sponsors.
Ready to build with AI?
Secure your seat - limited capacity for this edition.
Practical info
McBuleli AI Hackathon — Kinshasa
Exact venue and dates shared after venue booking - no placeholder dates.
Date
To be confirmed after venue booking
Venue
To be confirmed after venue booking · Kinshasa
Seats
100 / 100 available
Status
Registration open
1 day - Bootcamp
50.00 USD
2 days + Hackathon
80.00 USD
Challenges
Categories for real-world impact
Pick a challenge - or propose a cross-cutting solution.
Artificial intelligence
Agents, LLMs, automation and useful AI products.
FinTech
Payments, inclusion, crypto & mobile money.
GovTech
Digital public services and transparency.
Health
Access to care, diagnostics, community health.
Agriculture
Productivity, markets and value chains.
Education
Learning, skills and accessibility.
Media
Information, content and trust.
Journey
From application to incubation
- 1
Registration
Submit your application and choose a pack.
- 2
Validation
Payment confirmed - QR ticket by email.
- 3
Training
Vibe Coding bootcamp (AI tools & ship).
- 4
Hackathon
Intensive team build on your challenge.
- 5
Demo day
Program
Bootcamp then competition
Day 1: Vibe Coding. Day 2: hackathon, pitch and awards.
Day 2
Day 2 — Hackathon
- Teams build their project
- Jury presentations
- Awards ceremony
Judging
Evaluation criteria
A clear rubric for credible, transparent judging.
- 25%
Innovation
Originality and meaningful use of AI.
- 25%
Impact
Value for users and society in DRC.
- 20%
Technical quality
Robustness, UX and prototype feasibility.
- 15%
Business model
Clarity of model and growth potential.
- 15%
Presentation
Pitch clarity, storytelling and demo.
Rewards
Beyond the podium
Prize amounts will be announced officially. Here’s what you gain by joining.
Prizes TBA
Awards and prizes announced officially before the event.
Incubation
Support to take the prototype to the next stage.
Mentorship
Access to tech, product and business mentors.
Investment opportunities
Visibility with investors and strategic partners.
Media visibility
Coverage and spotlight for winning projects.
Official certificate
McBuleli certificate of participation / distinction.
Ready to build with AI?
Secure your seat - limited capacity for this edition.
Registration
Join this edition
Free pre-registration (seat held 72 h), then pay when ready. QR ticket after confirmation.
Mentors
Expert guidance
Grid ready - announcements as mentors confirm.
Jeff Buleli
CEO · McBuleli
Cursor · ChatGPT · Ship
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Mentor Produit
Mentor · À annoncer
Pitch · UX · Go-to-market
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Mentor TBA
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Mentor TBA
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Mentor TBA
Jury
A rigorous jury
Scoring against the official rubric.
Jury McBuleli
Product & Fintech · McBuleli
IA · Produit · Marché
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Expert Innovation
Jury · À annoncer
Startups · Impact
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Jury member TBA
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Jury member TBA
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Jury member TBA
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Sponsors
Support the next generation of builders
Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum or custom budget.
Partners
Universities, companies, media
Venue, internet, communication, jury, mentoring, incubation, training, hiring…
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Who can participate?
Students, developers, designers, founders and multidisciplinary profiles. Beginners are welcome - the bootcamp covers the basics.
Do I need a team already?
No. Register solo and form a team on site, or arrive with a team.
Is it free?
No. Two packs: 1-day bootcamp and 2 days + Hackathon. Prices are on the registration form. Partner seats / scholarships may be announced separately.
What are the judging criteria?
Innovation, impact, technical quality, business model and presentation - see the rubric above.
Who owns the intellectual property?
Participants retain IP on their projects unless otherwise agreed in writing with a partner. McBuleli may communicate about the event and presented projects (name, description, demo) for promotional purposes.
How does payment work?
Free pre-registration (seat held 72 h), then pay via Orange Money, M-Pesa or Airtel Money using the email link. You can also pay immediately. After confirmation you receive a QR ticket by email.
Where and when is it?
In Kinshasa. Exact venue and dates are confirmed after venue booking - shared with paid attendees.
Contact
Talk to the McBuleli team
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