> ABOUT
A proving ground not a conference.
237HackFest is Central Africa’s flagship cybersecurity and hacking festival.
MISSION
To build Central Africa’s most credible, hands-on cybersecurity community event.
VISION
A Central Africa where cybersecurity capability is proven, not assumed.
> CORE_VALUES
[01]
PROVE_IT
We believe in verified skills, not titles or talk.
[02]
LOCAL_FIRST
Empowering local talent and solving local problems.
[03]
OPEN_DOOR
Everyone with curiosity deserves a chance.
[04]
COMMUNITY_OVER_SPECTACLE
Building together. Winning together.
> ABOUT_THE_EVENT
Building Central Africa's Cybersecurity Future
237HackFest is Cameroon’s premier cybersecurity festival, launched in 2025 and hosted at JFN HIGHTECH University Institute under the theme “Hack, Innovate, and Secure.” Created to strengthen the region’s cybersecurity ecosystem, the festival brings together ethical hackers, cybersecurity professionals, students, entrepreneurs, researchers, and technology enthusiasts for an immersive learning experience.
Through Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, technical workshops, expert-led networking sessions, and innovation showcases, participants gain practical, hands-on experience while tackling real-world cybersecurity challenges. More than a conference, 237HackFest serves as a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, innovation, and community building, empowering the next generation of cybersecurity leaders across Central Africa.
> OUR_OBJECTIVES
What We Aim to Achieve
Develop practical cybersecurity skills
Promote cybersecurity awareness
Connect students & professionals
Encourage innovation
Build a sustainable community
> ORGANIZERS
Powered by a Community of Builders
237HackFest is organized through the collaboration of organizations dedicated to strengthening cybersecurity education, innovation, and talent development across Central Africa.
KAMLEWA Technologies
KamCyber
HACKTHEBOX
CODAM Technologies
> IMPACT & DEMOGRAPHICS
237HackFest in Numbers
A snapshot of the impact and participation from our previous edition..
1000+
Participants
15+
Speakers
5+
Universities
10+
Sponsors & Partners
8
Regions Represented
3
Winning Teams
65%
Students
35%
Professionals
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READY TO PROVE IT?
Join students, professionals, researchers, and innovators from across Central Africa for an unforgettable cybersecurity experience. Learn, compete, collaborate, and shape the future of digital security.