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• This edition breaks down AyaLabs: what it is, who it’s for, and why it matters.

• Over 6,000 builders, 20+ hackathons, and $70k+ in prizes have flowed through the platform so far.

• Communities like ProdFest, ETHEnugu, AnambraWeb3, Hack4FUTO, ICP Ghana and more have run smoother, more coordinated programs using AyaLabs.

• Want to use AyaLabs? You’ll find easy YouTube walkthroughs for builders, organizations, and hackathon hosting.

• AyaHQ x Lisk Cohort 3.0 is live — 18 projects selected from 260+ applications after interviewing founders.

• ZuAfrique registration drops soon — stay ready.

• Builder Hub Residency is open in Accra and Kilifi.

• We’ve shared an ecosystem update on X — don’t miss it.

• This month’s Cheer Corner highlights UI/UX designer Kenneth — go check out his work.

• AyaHQ continues to build: AyaLabs, Builder Hubs, Incubation, Human Layer Movement — we’re shaping the future of onchain builders in Africa.

If you’ve seen “AyaLabs” around on X, in our events, or on Discord and you’ve wondered, “Okay, but what exactly happens there?” let’s break it down in the simplest way.

AyaLabs is where organizations and builders come together to create real innovation, without unnecessary friction.
Everything you need lives in one organized space your projects, your submissions, your hackathons, your rewards, your progress.
Nothing gets lost. Nothing gets confusing.
Just a clear, smooth flow from idea to impact.

It’s simple.
It’s clean.
It’s easy to use.
And it’s designed for real people doing real work students, founders, developers, communities, enterprises, and even government agencies.

Builders:
If you’re experimenting, learning, building your first project, exploring Web3, or preparing your next big product, AyaLabs gives you a real home.
A place to grow, showcase your skills, join challenges, earn rewards, and track your journey with ease.

Communities:
If you run a tech community, campus club, or builder group, AyaLabs helps you manage your hackathons and programs from start to finish.
Members onboard smoothly, submit their projects, get evaluated easily, and receive rewards without stress.

Institutions:
Universities and training programs can help students innovate inside a structured environment.
Students get a space to build real portfolios and gain visibility for their work.

Enterprises:
Companies can support innovation, host challenges, and clearly show the outcomes.
From CSR initiatives to talent discovery — everything is coordinated and trackable.

Government Agencies:
Whether it’s a youth innovation program, grant distribution, or national tech initiative, AyaLabs makes it possible to manage hundreds of participants transparently and efficiently.

AyaLabs isn’t just another platform.
It’s the coordination layer of Africa’s builder ecosystem.
The place where innovation gains structure.
Where ideas turn into projects.
Where empowerment becomes a continuous cycle.
Where people actually build things that matter.

Let’s talk numbers not because numbers are everything, but because they show momentum.

So far, here’s what’s happening on the platform:

• 6,000+ builders have joined the ecosystem

• 20+ hackathons hosted

• $70k+ in prizes awarded

  But beyond these numbers is something deeper:

Builders are beginning to understand that their work deserves a home.
And organizations are realizing that managing innovation doesn’t have to be chaotic.

The more people build on AyaLabs, the more connected the ecosystem becomes.
The more connected we become, the faster we grow.

Let’s talk about the amazing organizations and communities that have trusted AyaLabs to power their programs.
From Web3 hubs to student groups to growing ecosystems the adoption has been beautiful to watch.

We’ve seen communities like ProdFest, ETHEnugu, AnambraWeb3, Hack4FUTO, ICP Ghana, and several others run their innovation challenges and hackathons on AyaLabs.
And the moment they moved their programs to the platform, something shifted.

Their hackathons instantly became more coordinated.
More structured.
More transparent.
And honestly… smoother for everyone involved.

Here’s what we repeatedly saw:

• A steady rise in new builders participating

• Higher-quality project submissions

• Faster judging because everything was in one dashboard

• Transparent, timely prize payouts

• Organized project tracking for impact reporting

• And an overall cleaner, calmer experience for organizers and builders

Builders didn’t have to chase for instructions.
Organizers didn’t have to dig through random links or DMs.
Everything was visible, manageable, and simple.

And one of the organizers said something that stuck with us:

“AyaLabs saved us time and confusion. For the first time, our hackathon felt organized from start to finish. We could actually focus on helping builders, not managing chaos.”

That’s the magic of structure.
That’s what AyaLabs brings into the ecosystem clarity, transparency, and a smoother path from ideas to real impact.

Whether you’re a builder or an organization, onboarding is simple — and yes, we created walkthrough videos because nobody has time for confusion.

Create your profile and start exploring opportunities.
Watch the builder sign-up tutorial on YouTube.

Set up your page and start hosting programs.
Watch the organization sign-up guide.

There’s a full step-by-step tutorial showing how to set up your first hackathon.
Watch the hackathon setup video.

Start now.
Don’t wait till 2026 to organize your builder journey.

It’s official the AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program Cohort 3 has started.
We received over 260 applications, spoke with the founders, and carefully selected 18 promising projects.

More details are coming to your timeline soon. Keep your eyes open

We just dropped a blog post on the future of building in Africa — and here’s the takeaway: coordination is everything.
If you want to see how builders, communities, and organizations can create impact together, check it out.

If you were part of the last residency or followed the journey, then you already know: ZuAfrique is an experience, not just an event.

And the next edition?
Registration opens soon.

We’re finalizing the link and announcement so keep your eyes open.
This next one will be bigger, smoother, and more intentional.

Ever tried building something great in a space that doesn’t support you? We’ve been there. That’s why we created the AyaHQ Builders Hubs with support from Lisk.

We’ve got two live locations:

• One in Accra, Ghana

• Another in Kilifi, Kenya

Here’s what you get:

• A peaceful, conducive space with reliable power and internet

• A community of serious builders you can grow with

• Regular IRL events like hackathons, workshops, peer reviews, and deep-dive discussions

• Time and space to focus with zero performative pressure. Whether you're just getting started or already mid-build, this is where ideas become movement.

We’ve been dropping ecosystem insights, market movements, hot takes, and community highlights on X.
If you haven’t caught up yet:

Read the ecosystem update on X.

If you want quick, sharp updates without scrolling endlessly, this is for you.

AyaHQ lives beyond programs it’s a community.
Join our Discord to connect with other builders, share what you’re working on, and grow together.

This month, we’re spotlighting a standout builder whose work honestly speaks for itself.

Meet Kenneth — a UI/UX designer with the kind of clean, thoughtful design skills that are hard to ignore.
He’s been consistently creating, refining, and pushing out work that shows real craft and dedication.

If you haven’t seen his projects yet, check out his profile.
Trust us… you’ll be impressed.

AyaHQ Is Building the Future of Onchain Builders in Africa

We’re not just here for the hype. We’re here for the builders, the founders, the visionaries.

Through:
AyaHQ x Lisk Builders Hub – Where builders live, work, and create.
AyaLabs – Fueling hackathons and developer growth.
AyaHQ x Lisk Incubation Program – Helping Web3 founders build scalable projects.
The Human Layer Movement – Championing collaboration in Web3.

The market doesn’t dictate our momentum, we do.

So if you’re serious about building in Web3, you know where to find us.

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