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 8th Annual 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 strategic positioning on the ambitions to become a digitally-advanced university.
The 8th Annual TVH will use a hackathon format, underpinned by Agile Scrum and Microsoft cloud computing practices, to deliver fresh ideas and solutions that catalyze 4IR on 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
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Latest Announcements
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8th Annual Tshwane Varsity Hackathon 2026
South Africa's premier inter-university hackathon returns to Ga-Rankuwa Campus, New Hall.
8th Annual TVH Programme 2026
Full hackathon programme covering three days of innovation, collaboration, and judging.
Mentors & Judges Wanted — TVH 2026
Industry professionals invited to mentor teams and judge final presentations at the 8th Annual TVH.
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8th Annual Tshwane Varsity Hackathon 2026
Join the 8th Annual TVH at Ga-Rankuwa Campus, New Hall (20–22 September 2026). Open to students across Tshwane in ICT, engineering, marketing, entrepreneurship, UX/UI, project management, and graphic design.
Africa's Indigenous Innovation (Incubation & Hacker Confirmation) Webinar
UHS presents Africa's Indigenous Innovation — an Incubation & Hacker Confirmation webinar tied to National Heritage Month 2026. Scan the QR code on the poster to RSVP.
UI/UX Design & Prototyping Webinar
UHS presents Bridging the Skills Gap: UI/UX Design & Prototyping. Join us on Microsoft Teams to build practical design and prototyping skills.
Serverless Dev Webinar
UHS presents Serverless Dev — explore serverless development fundamentals and modern cloud-native workflows. Scan the QR code on the poster to RSVP.
7th Annual Tshwane Varsity Hackathon 2025
The 7th Annual TVH returns 21–23 September 2025 at Ga-Rankuwa Campus, New Hall. Gadgets, prizes, and exciting gifts to be won!
IP Awareness & Presentation Skills
UHS presents IP Awareness & Presentation Skills in celebration of Nelson Mandela International Day. Online session — scan to RSVP.
Design Thinking & Agile Scrum
UHS presents Design Thinking and Agile Scrum (Youth Day '25). Online session for students — scan to RSVP.
TVH 2025 Launch
TVH Launch through the University Hackathon Series, in collaboration with the City of Tshwane. Student Centre, Soshanguve South Campus.
Design Thinking & Scrum Methodology Workshop
A TVH workshop on Design Thinking & Scrum Methodology — teaching students to think outside the box.
Girls in Tech: Empowering the Future
UHS x Girls in Tech presents Empowering the Future: Women Who Build — celebrating Women's Month with an online session.
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
10:00
Arrival & Registration
TUT Ga-Rankuwa Campus · MC: Elizabeth Masoleng
11:00 – 11:10
Opening & Welcome By: TVH
Mr. Quintin Magaseng: TVH Chief Organizer and FoICT Lecturer
Entertainment - Poem
11:10 – 11:25
Involvement of the academic institutions in shaping a smart city
Cllr Dr. Nasiphi Moya: Executive Mayor: City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
11:25 – 11:40
Significance of Municipality-Academia Collaboration in Innovation: DVC: Research, Innovation and Engagement
Dr. Rita Raseleka: Director: Research and Innovation TUT
11:40 – 13:00
Message of support by Stakeholder: MTN
Mr. Nonku Qhobosheane: Manager – Regional Marketing
Entertainment - Dance
13:00 – 13:15
Addressing Societal Problems through University Hackathons: FoICT Deanery
Dr. Etienne van Wyk: FoICT Executive Dean
13:15 – 13:30
Hackathon as a Learning Tool
Mr. Mashitishi Phurutsi: FoICT Lecturer, ICT FYFU Unit Manage, UHS Chief of Delegation.
13:30 – 14:30
Lunch
14:30 – 14:45
Procedure & Group allocations
Mr. Simon Sekele: TVH Registrar and FoICT Lecturer
14:45 – 15:00
Market Places (description & breaking down of problems)
Mr Sipho Nxasane: Senior Internal Innovation Specialist in the CoT
Midnight Pitching
MC: Maesela Lebelo
Day 2
00:00 – 02:00
Midnight Pitching – Opening Remarks
MC: Maesela Lebelo
02:00 – 12:00
Hack-Away
TVH Organizing Team
Midday Pitch
MC: Rhulani Salane
12:00 – 12:05
Opening Remarks
MC: Rhulani Salane
12:05 – 12:10
Guest Speaker Address
Moropa: Former TVH hackers - FoICT
12:10 – 14:10
Hack Away
Hacking Teams
Midnight Pitch
MC: Lesetja
00:00 – 02:00
Opening Remarks
MC: Lesetja
02:00 – 09:00
Final Hack-Away
Hacking Teams
Day 3
09:00 – 09:15
Opening Remarks
Dr. Thato Shuping: Director – Innovation Unit · MC: Ms. Refiloe Mthethwa
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
Dr. Moeti: ICT Assistant Dean TLT
Next Step
Ms. Dibuseng Modise: TVH - 1st Chief Organizer
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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