2027: Rise Networks, INEC, Meta, Google, Microsoft join forces to launch #AI4Elections Hackathon

Rise Networks, in collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Meta, Google, Microsoft and other partners, has launched the #AI4Elections Hackathon to develop artificial intelligence solutions aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The national, multidisciplinary and nonpartisan initiative will bring together technology developers, researchers, university students, electoral experts, civil society organisations and innovators to develop practical AI-powered tools addressing challenges associated with elections.

Other partners include the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (ICIR), NITHUB at t...