Dhiraagu has joined hands with the Maldives National University (MNU) to host the E-Waste Hackathon 2025, an initiative aimed at addressing the growing challenge of electronic waste in the country.
The hackathon will run from 28 September to 7 October at MNU, bringing together students, young innovators, and environmental enthusiasts. Participants will work on developing scalable and creative solutions for reducing and managing e-waste, with a focus on fostering innovation and environmental responsibility among Maldivian youth.
The event is open to high school, college, and university students. It will feature workshops led by experts in sustainability, waste management, and innovation, along with mentorship sessions to guide teams through their projects. Participants will also visit waste management facilities and recycling centres before presenting their final solutions to a panel of judges.
E-waste, which includes discarded electronic devices such as computers, phones, televisions, refrigerators, and batteries, has emerged as a significant environmental issue. The hackathon, held under the theme “Innovating for a Circular Economy: Tackling the E-Waste Crisis,” will encourage participants to explore solutions in areas such as collection and upcycling, recycling optimisation, and sustainable disposal.
Registration for the event is open until 25 September 2025.
Dhiraagu stated that the company remains committed to supporting initiatives that empower youth while promoting digital innovation and sustainability.
