🌍 Welcome to the Future of Web3 Innovation
The WCHL25: ICP Hackathon Stage 1 Close-Out & Demo Week – Lagos Edition is the grand finale of the first phase of the ICP Hackathon, where innovation meets execution.
From breakthrough decentralized apps to next-gen smart contract deployments, this week-long Lagos edition promises a thrilling showcase of what Africa’s top tech talents have been building with Internet Computer Protocol (ICP).
Whether you’re a developer, investor, startup founder, or simply Web3-curious, this event is your gateway to the future of blockchain-powered internet.
🎯 What to Expect
Watch the best Stage 1 teams pitch their Web3 projects built on ICP blockchain. From DeFi to NFTs, gaming to identity – expect innovation.
🧠 Web3 Developer Workshops
Participate in hands-on workshops on Motoko, ICP canisters, and decentralized hosting. Learn from core developers and community experts.
🤝 Networking & Community Building
Connect with developers, VC scouts, ecosystem partners, and DFINITY Foundation representatives. Whether you’re hiring, collaborating, or learning, this is your space.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Finalists will receive mentorship, grants, and possible funding opportunities. Plus, media coverage and ecosystem visibility.
🔧 Who Should Attend?
- Web3 developers & blockchain engineers
- Startup founders & tech entrepreneurs
- Investors & venture capitalists
- Designers, product managers, and crypto creatives
- Anyone curious about building on ICP
🧩 Why ICP?
ICP (Internet Computer Protocol) is redefining what’s possible with blockchain. It enables full-stack decentralized apps—no need for Web2 infrastructure like AWS or traditional databases.
In this hackathon stage, teams have built dApps that are:
- Secure
- Scalable
- 100% on-chain
- Blazingly fast
Join us to see it in action.
🌐 Lagos: Africa’s Innovation Capital
As one of Africa’s fastest-growing tech hubs, Lagos is the perfect backdrop for this demo week. The city buzzes with energy, creativity, and a strong developer ecosystem.
Hosting this demo week in Lagos is a celebration of the continent’s unstoppable Web3 rise.
🎤 Special Guests & Panelists
Expect talks and feedback from:
- DFINITY Developer Ambassadors
- Top ICP Core Contributors
- African Web3 Pioneers
- Local ecosystem enablers
Panel discussions will cover:
- Funding your dApp
- Scaling on decentralized infrastructure
- Africa’s Web3 future
🚀 What Happens After Demo Week?
This isn’t the end—it’s just the beginning. Stage 1 teams will move into deeper product development, mentorship, and possibly join Stage 2 Accelerator Tracks.
Attending this event gives you early access to the ideas and teams shaping tomorrow’s Web3 ecosystem.
📸 Media, Partnerships & Sponsorships
For media passes, partnership opportunities, or sponsorship requests:
✅ Register Now – Limited Slots Available
Seats are filling up fast. Don’t miss your chance to witness the next generation of decentralized technology in action.
🔗 Suggested Hyperlink Areas (to match original content style)
- “Register Now” → Link to Eventbrite or custom registration form
- “Internet Computer Protocol (ICP)” → Link to https://internetcomputer.org
- “DFINITY Foundation” → Link to https://dfinity.org
- “ICP Hackathon” → Link to official hackathon landing page if available
- “Motoko” or “ICP Canisters” → Link to ICP dev docs https://internetcomputer.org/docs
