Tshwane Varsity Hackathon
South Africa's premier inter-university hackathon competition. Join hundreds of students for 53 hours of coding, innovation, and`` fun!
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About TVH
The Tshwane Varsity Hackathon brings together the brightest minds from universities across Tshwane for 53 hours of innovation, coding, and fun.
500+
Participants
What The Hack?
TVH is an annual hacking competition that was introduced in 2018 by its chief organizer Mr Mash Phurutsi. TVH is a tshwane university of technology hackathon competition organized by the faculty of ICT & directorate of research & innovation in partnership with the industry in support of, the national development plan (Vision 2030) of the Government of the Republic of South Africa by addressing chapter 9 of the plan that focuses on “Improving Education, Training and Innovation”. TVH is further aligned to TUT 2020 – 2025 strategic positioning on the ambitions to become a digitally-advanced university.
TVH is an annual hacking competition that was introduced in 2018 by its chief organizer Mr Mash Phurutsi. TVH is a tshwane university of technology hackathon competition organized by the faculty of ICT & directorate of research & innovation in partnership with the industry in support of, the national development plan (Vision 2030) of the Government of the Republic of South Africa by addressing chapter 9 of the plan that focuses on “Improving Education, Training and Innovation”. TVH is further aligned to TUT 2020 – 2025 strategic positioning on the ambitions to become a digitally-advanced university.
The TVH will use a hackathon format, underpinned by Agile Scrum and AWS cloud computing practices, to deliver fresh ideas and solutions that catalyzes 4IR in the african continent.
Free Entry
The tshwane varsity hackathon is open to all students and other respective universities no entry/ registration fee.
Organising Team
The individuals involved in the organising and execution of the tswane varsity hackathon.Consisting of the lead organising team industry volunteers and the organising team.
Rules & Regulations
Turn your ideas into working prototypes with cutting-edge technology.
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Latest Announcements
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TVH 2025 Challenge Statements Now Available
Official problem statements released for Tshwane Varsity Hackathon 2025
Tshwane Varsity Hackathon Program 2025
Innovate for urban challenges across health, safety, service delivery and township economies
Design Thinking
Empower students to think outside the box
Event Posters
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TVH 2025 Main Poster
Join us for the TSHWANE VARSITY HACKATHON 2025, where innovation meets education! This year's hackathon promises to be bigger and better than ever!
TVH 2025 Launch Poster
Through the University Hackathon Series and in collaboration with the City of Tshwane, we are excited to announce the launch of TVH 2025!
UHS 2025 Design Thinking & Agile Scrum Poster
Join the University Hackathon Series for an exciting challenge on Design Thinking and Agile Scrum! This event is designed to foster creativity, collaboration, and innovation among students from various universities.
UHS 2025 IPAwareness & Presantation Skills Poster
Join the University Hackathon Series for an exciting challenge on Intellectual Property (IP) Awareness and Presentation Skills! This event is designed to empower students from various universities with essential knowledge and skills to protect their innovations and effectively communicate their ideas.
UHS 2025 Girls In Tech Poster
Join the University Hackathon Series for an inspiring challenge focused on empowering
Hackathon Themes
Choose from these exciting challenge themes to focus your innovation. Each theme addresses real-world problems and offers opportunities to create meaningful solutions.
Download ChallangeChallenge Categories & Topics
Select a theme that aligns with your team's interests and expertise
Health | Safety | Service Delivery | Education | TVH Trends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COVID-19 | Campus Safety | Energy & Water | @COVID-19 related | Fin-Tech |
Abduction | Waste & Sanitation | Academic Operations | Data Science | |
GBV&F | Revenue Collection | LMS/CMS | IoT |
Choose Your Focus
Select one theme that resonates with your team's passion and expertise
Real Impact
All themes address genuine challenges faced by communities and institutions
Innovation Opportunity
Each theme offers unique opportunities for creative and technical innovation
Event Timeline
Your guide to the 52-hour hackathon journey. From kickoff to awards, here's what to expect.
Download ProgrammeDay 1
11:00
Arrival & Registration
Arrival & Registration
12:00 – 12:15
FoICT Deanery
Deanery
12:15 – 12:25
Welcome By: TVH
Mr. Quintin Magaseng: TVH Chief Organizer and FoICT Lecturer
12:25 – 12:40
Significance of Hackathon Collaboration with CoT
Cllr Dr Nasiphi Moya : Executive Mayor: City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
12:40 – 13:00
Address by Sponsors: MTN
MTN & Faculty of Electrical and Building Engineering (FEBE) TBC
13:00 – 13:15
Message of support: DVC: Research, Innovation and Engagement
Dr Rita Raseleka: Director: Research and Innovation TUT
13:15 – 14:15
Lunch & Entertainment
14:15 – 14:45
UHS Research
Mr. Mashitishi Phurutsi: FoICT Lecturer, ICT FYFU Unit Manage, UHS Chief of Delegation.
14:45 – 15:20
Procedure & Group allocations
Mr. Simon Sekele: TVH Registrar and FoICT Lecturer
15:20 – 15:40
Market Places (description & breaking down of problems)
Mr Sipho Nxasane: Senior Internal Innovation Specialist in the CoT
15:40
Hack-Away
TVH Organizing Team
Midnight Pitching
MC: Lesetja
Day 2
00:00 – 02:00
Midnight Pitching & Opening Remarks
MC: Lesetja
02:00 – 12:00
Hack-Away
TVH Organizing Team
Midday Pitch
MC: Mpumi Pule
12:00 - 12:05
Opening Remarks
MC: Mpumi Pule
12:05 - 12:10
Moeketsi Kema: Former TVH hackers - FoICT
All
12:10 – 14:00
Midday Pitch & Opening Remarks
MC: Mpumi Pule
14:00 – 00:00
Hack Away
Hacking Teams
Midnight Pitching & Opening Remarks
MC: Karabelo Motaung
Day 3
00:00 – 02:00
Midnight Pitching & Opening Remarks
MC: Karabelo Motaung
02:00 – 09:00
Final Hack-Away
Hacking Teams
09:00 – 09:15
Opening Remarks
Ms. Morongoe Mashoeng: TVH 1st Chief Organizer
09:15 – 12:15
Final Presentations
Hackers
12:15 – 12:45
Adjudication & Invitation of Top Five
Adjudicator
12:45 – 13:00
Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks
Ms. Dibuseng Modise: TVH 2nd Chief Organizer
13:00
Lunch & Entertainment
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TVH is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors who believe in empowering the next generation of tech innovators.
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