10 young fintech innovators to pitch for national-stage places at MoMo Fintech Lab Accra Hackathon

Ten young fintech innovators from the Southern Zone of the 2026 MoMo Fintech Lab will compete in the Accra Zonal Hackathon Pitch Competition on Friday, November 6, 2026. The event, hosted by MobileMoney Fintech LTD (MMFL), will take place at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons in Accra and will determine five teams to advance to the National Mentorship Programme.

The competition, which concluded a series of bootcamps and hackathons in Tamale and Kumasi, features teams that have completed three days of intensive training, refining their ideas, developing prototypes and strengthening their business models. The solutions address various financial needs, such as security, savings, and payment solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Shaibu Haruna, Chief Executive Officer of MMFL, emphasized the program's commitment to supporting innovation that creates meaningful impact and contributes to Ghana's digital economy. The MoMo Fintech Lab aims to identify, mentor, and support emerging innovators to develop practical, commercially viable fintech solutions that address everyday challenges and expand financial access, ultimately strengthening Ghana's digital economy.

The competition will be followed by a National Demo Day on December 3, 2026, where six finalists will showcase their solutions and compete for cash awards, digital devices, and other support to advance their innovations.