Over the past decade, we have seen a surge in innovation, new digital players, and growing interest in inclusive insurance. Yet, two persistent challenges continue to hold the industry back:
Until these are solved at scale, insurance will remain out of reach or mistrusted by millions.
That is why BimaLab Africa has partnered with
Innovation must therefore move beyond pilots and into practical deployment.
Kenya presents a strong testing ground:
· A mature mobile money ecosystem
· Progressive regulatory engagement
· A growing insurtech landscape
But the implications go far beyond one market. Solutions built here can scale across Africa.
1. Innovation Needs Regulatory Alignment
2. Regulators Enable Safe Experimentation
Who Should Apply
We are looking for:
· Insurtechs building new models or tools
· Insurance companies ready to rethink distribution and claims
· Startups and innovators with bold, practical ideas
· Technology builders with capabilities in data, AI, mobile, or platforms
Whether you are early-stage or more established, what matters is your ability to build solutions that work in the real world.
What You Gain
Participants will have the opportunity to:
· Work on high-impact, real-world challenges
· Engage directly with industry and regulatory stakeholders
· Refine solutions with practical applicability in mind
· Contribute to shaping the future of insurance in Kenya and beyond
· Cash prize and a collaboration with a Kenyan insurer to pilot the winning solution
The Bigger Picture
At its core, this hackathon is about one thing:
Making insurance work better for people.
That means:
· Easier access
· Faster claims
· More reliable experiences
· Greater trust
If we get distribution and claims right, we unlock the true potential of insurance as a tool for resilience, protection, and economic stability across Africa.
Apply Now
If you are building for the future of insurance, this is your opportunity to shape it.
Submit your application here before 10 May 2026: https://tinyurl.com/4ua3r2ad
Build solutions that matter. Solve what the market actually needs. Be part of redefining insurance in Africa.
