About This hackathon
Dive into the Smart City Alexandria: Urban Tech Challenge 2026, a high-energy hackathon focused on building a more efficient and sustainable urban environment. Participants will form teams to tackle real-world problems such as optimizing public transport, improving waste collection efficiency, or creating eco-friendly energy solutions for the city of Alexandria. Mentors from local tech companies and city planners will be on hand to guide teams through ideation, development, and presentation, fostering innovation and practical application of emerging technologies like AI, IoT, and data analytics. This event offers a unique opportunity to contribute to local community development, network with industry professionals, and potentially see your project impact the city's future directly.