Photo: Katsina State Government
Achievements
40+ startups backed through HackKatsina and Arewa Tech Fest
Hackathons, a regional tech festival and seed funding are building a startup scene in Katsina.
40+
Startups formed or supported
100+
Digital SMEs engaged
120
Arewa Tech Fest applications
More than 40 startups were formed or directly supported and over 100 digital SMEs engaged. HackKatsina supported 30 startups working on public-sector challenges.
Arewa Tech Fest 2.0 in May 2025 drew more than 40 speakers, 30 exhibitors and 120 startup applications, and delivered seed funding, grants and international scholarships. The magazine positions Katsina as an innovation anchor for Northern Nigeria.
Sources
Figures are as reported in these sources. Most are the state government's own statements.
