ABOUT US

Building the Future, Together.

SandBox Africa is a hardware innovation hackathon created by Ufuon to make hardware development more accessible across Africa.

First Edition

1k+Community

100+Projects Built

OUR MISSION

We believe the future of Nigeria is not just in software, but in hardware too.

Software + Hardware = Solution

Software does not run without hardware. For decades, Africa has consumed hardware technology designed elsewhere. The next chapter is different.

Africa's future depends on builders who can create hardware solutions for power, transportation, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, and everyday challenges. Sandbox Africa exists to raise those builders and help them succeed.

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Power

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Transport

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Health

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Agri

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Manufacturing

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Everyday

Bridging the gap between academia and industry

At Ufuon, we believe that anyone with an idea should have access to the tools, resources, and support needed to build solutions that address real challenges in their communities. SandBox Africa was born from this vision, to provide innovators, students, engineers, and makers with a platform to learn, collaborate, and create impactful hardware solutions.

By bringing together talent, mentorship, and hands-on building opportunities, SandBox Africa is helping shape a future where African innovators are empowered to design and develop technologies built for Africa's unique needs.

Skill Development

Equipping students with practical, industry-relevant skills through workshops, hackathons, and mentorship.

Community Building

Creating a supportive tech ecosystem where collaboration and knowledge sharing thrive.

Innovation Catalyst

Encouraging creative problem-solving and the development of solutions that address real-world challenges.

The Principles That Guide Us

Our core values shape everything we do at SandBox Africa.

Unrelenting Excellence

We don't settle for 'good enough'. We strive for world-class standards in the quality of our events, the code we ship, and the impact we create.

Radical Innovation

We embrace creative thinking and encourage participants to push boundaries. We believe the craziest ideas often lead to the biggest breakthroughs.

Active Collaboration

We believe in the power of teamwork. Diverse perspectives + Shared goals = Better outcomes.

Deep Inclusivity

A community where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to contribute—regardless of background.

The Squad

Meet the Core Team

Chukwuka George

Convener

Visionary leader driving the SandBox Africa mission. Top 2% Solana Mobile Developer and Flutter.

Harrison Peace

Co-Convener

Ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth for the SandBox Africa ecosystem.

David Ukpoju

Project Manager

Overseeing project timelines and team coordination.

Oluwanisola Alex Tobi

Welfare & Hospitality Lead

Managing attendee wellbeing, refreshments, guest hosting, and overall event experience

Victor Anih

Technical Lead

Architecting the technical infrastructure and leading workshops.

Evueh Oghenevwegba Richard

Publicity & Branding

Leading brand awareness, offline outreach, event aesthetics, and ensuring the brand message resonates IRL.

Onyekachi Uzoukwu

Sponsors & Partnership Lead

Connecting SandBox Africa with global partners..

Benjamin Dennis Nkanta

Technical

Architecting the technical infrastructure and leading headware workshops.

Umenwanne Ifeoma Maureen

Technical

Architecting the technical infrastructure and leading headware workshops.

Want to Join the Team?

We are always looking for passionate individuals to join our various departments: Media, Publicity, Logistics, and more.