A total of sixty young people have been trained in Ngogom, a commune in the department of Bambey, Senegal, following a three-day hackathon territorial mobile initiative. The training, which was organized by the cabinet Optiret in partnership with the municipal council, aimed to equip young people with skills to develop innovative projects that address local socio-economic challenges.
The hackathon, which was the second stage of the initiative, drew over 230 registered participants. According to Ngogom Mayor Pape Momar Ngom, the initiative sought to stimulate emulation, reflection, and innovation around the commune's development issues. The selected participants worked on at least six projects that aligned with local priorities and the maturity level of the submitted ideas.
The projects developed during the hackathon included "Ngogom Zéro Déchet," which focused on optimized and digitalized waste management, and "Ngogom Vert," which centered on natural resource management. Other initiatives addressed commerce and poultry farming, among others. Throughout the three-day event, participants received practical training and coaching from specialized entrepreneurship and innovation experts.
Mayor Ngom emphasized the importance of providing ongoing support and follow-up beyond the hackathon, stating that the post-hackathon phase was crucial. He announced that the commune would work to implement the projects and ensure their success for the benefit of the local population. The municipal council plans to collaborate with partners, including the Delegation for Rapid Entrepreneurship for Women and Youth (DER/FJ) and Sonatel.
The goal, according to Mayor Ngom, is to see the concrete realization of these projects in the coming weeks, months, or years. The mayor expressed his optimism that the trained young people would play a vital role in driving socio-economic development in Ngogom. The hackathon initiative is part of a broader effort to harness the potential of young people in Senegal.
The training and mentorship provided during the hackathon are expected to have a lasting impact on the participants and the community. By supporting the implementation of their projects, the municipal council and its partners aim to create a positive and sustainable impact on the local economy and environment.
The success of the hackathon initiative in Ngogom could serve as a model for similar programs in other parts of Senegal. As the country continues to explore innovative ways to address socio-economic challenges, initiatives like this one are likely to play an increasingly important role in shaping the future of its communities.
Key points
- Sixty young people were trained in Ngogom, Senegal, as part of a hackathon initiative aimed at promoting socio-economic development.
- The hackathon initiative was organized by the cabinet Optiret in partnership with the municipal council.
- The trained young people developed projects addressing local priorities, including waste management, natural resource management, and entrepreneurship.
