CANEX Create-Thon 2026, powered by Gebeya is a Pan-African creative technology competition designed to discover and showcase Africa’s next generation of innovators across Gaming, Video, and Music.
Brought to you by CANEX in partnership with Gebeya and Afreximbank Innovation Lab, participants will take part in an intensive 4 day build sprint, using DALA Studio’s AI technology to transform creative ideas into working projects.
Beyond the competition, CANEX Create-thon connects creators with cutting edge AI technical tools, continental exposure and the opportunity to showcase the selected finalists at CANEX Weekend 2026 in Lagos.Showcase your brand on one platform with industry leaders from around the world.
The CANEX Create-thon 2026 is open to African creators, innovators and builders living on the continent and in the diaspora who are passionate about using technology to shape the future of the creative economy.
Participants may apply as individuals in one of three competition categories: Gaming, Video or Music. The competition welcomes game developers, musicians and producers, filmmakers, video creators, designers, digital artists, developers, creative technologists, AI builders, startups and multidisciplinary teams.
Applicants must be 18 years or older at the time of registration. All submissions must be originally developed during the official CANEX Create-thon build sprint on DALA Studio by Gebeya.
Participants may be required to provide proof of identity, age, or ownership of their submitted project during the selection process.
