BuildCTS Ideathon Ethiopia

📍 Event Overview Buidl CTC Ideathon Ethiopia is an in-person, beginner-friendly session held ahead of BUIDL CTC 2026, a global builder program. It’s designed as an open space for students, developers, and Web3 enthusiasts to explore ideas, learn, and confidently take their first step toward building for the hackathon This ideathon is part of the BAS Global Activation Program and is focused on education, product ideation, and builder onboarding. It’s a beginner-friendly space where students and developers can explore Web3 ideas, form teams, and gain clarity before jumping into a full hackathon. No polished product required.No prior Web3 experience needed. 🌟 Date & Venue 🗓 Date: January 31, 2026⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 6:30 PM (7LT-12:30LT)📍 Location: BLUESpace Co-working space, Bole, Addis Ababa🎟 Capacity Spots will be limited, secure your spot as early as possible🍽 Food & Refreshments Will be provided on the event 🌍 Who Can Attend University studentsWeb2 & Web3 developersDesigners, founders, and product thinkersWeb3-curious community membersEnthusiasts You may join solo or as a team. 🧠 Event Structure The ideathon will include: 🔹 Educational Session Introduction to BAS & Buidl CTCHackathon structure and global pathwayHow to qualify for Demo Day in Seoul 🔹 Ideation Workshop Problem discovery & use-case explorationTeam formation and collaborationMentored idea refinement 🔹 Pitch Session Short product idea pitchesFeedback from judges and ecosystem builders 🔹 Network Session 🧩 Themes Ideas are welcome across (but not limited to): DeFiRWA (Real-World Assets)DePINGaming Creative and local-first ideas are highly encouraged. 🏆 Ideathon Prize Pool Total Prize Pool: $500 🥇 1st Place: $200🥈 2nd Place: $125🥉 3rd Place: $100🏅 4th Place: $50🏅 5th Place: $25 Prizes are designed to reward strong ideas and help teams continue building toward Buidl CTC 2026. ⚖️ Judging CriteriaIdeas will be evaluated based on: • Clarity of the problem – Is the problem real and well-defined• Creativity & originality – Is the idea fresh or approached in a unique way• Relevance to Web3 – Does the idea meaningfully use Web3 concepts• Feasibility – Can this idea realistically be built and scaled• Impact – Potential value for users, community, or local ecosystem 🤝 Co-Hosted By Web3 EthiopiaBuilding and activating Ethiopia’s Web3 developer ecosystem through education, community, and real opportunities. BAS (Blockchain Alliance Syndicate)A global builder organization connecting local Web3 communities through hands-on programs, hackathons, and global demo days.