KASITDA secures $50,000 cloud credits support for Kano startups
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The hackathon brought together 36 teams of innovators and over 150 participants to develop practical, technology-driven solutions for the state’s priority HEAT sectors Health, Education, Agriculture, and Transportation.
By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano
Kano State Information Technology Development Agency (KASITDA) has secured $50,000 worth of cloud credits for top-performing startups at the HEAT Hackathon 2025.
The feat has given Kano state a major leap in its digital transformation journey.
A statement issued by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, indicated that the event was held at the E-Health Africa Auditorium, Kano.
The groundbreaking event, the first of its kind in Kano’s history, was organized under the Digital Transformation Agenda of Governor Yusuf, as part of his administration’s commitment to building a vibrant innovation ecosystem that empowers youth and drives economic growth through technology.
The hackathon brought together 36 teams of innovators and over 150 participants to develop practical, technology-driven solutions for the state’s priority HEAT sectors Health, Education, Agriculture, and Transportation.
Speaking at the event on behalf of Governor Yusuf, the Director-General/CEO of KASITDA, Dr. Bashir Abdu Muzakkari, described the initiative as a clear reflection of the Governor’s vision to make Kano a regional leader in innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital inclusion.
“This Hackathon is not a conclusion, but a commencement,” Dr. Muzakkari said.
“His Excellency, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, is determined to make Kano a center of technological excellence where our youth can transform ideas into impact. KASITDA will continue to provide unwavering support to innovators to scale their solutions and create opportunities for all,” he added.
The $50,000 cloud credit package, facilitated through a strategic partnership with CloudPlexo, an Amazon AWS partner, will empower the ten top-performing startups to access world-class cloud infrastructure to develop, test, and scale their innovations.
Additional support for the winners came from other key partners as All for Tech provided premium VPN access for secure and unrestricted development, while Enovate Lab offered post-hackathon mentorship, including expert guidance in business model development, pitch refinement, and investment, declared readiness to help startups transition from prototype to market.
Governor Yusuf lauded the success of the HEAT Hackathon 2025, describing it as a testament to his administration’s investment in technology and innovation.
He reaffirmed his government’s resolve to continue empowering young innovators, strengthening ICT infrastructure, and positioning Kano as Northern Nigeria’s digital innovation hub.
“Our goal is to unlock the potential of technology as a driver of jobs, education, and inclusive development. This milestone achieved by KASITDA reflects our shared belief that innovation is the engine of Kano’s future,” Governor Yusuf said.
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