Latrine Doctors, a Ghanaian technology group, has been declared the winner of the 2026 UNICEF StartUp Lab Hackathon focused on safely managed sanitation. The competition, a partnership between UNICEF, KOICA, MEST Africa, and Hopin Academy, challenged participants to develop innovative solutions in the sanitation sector. Latrine Doctors’ winning solution focuses on climate-resilient sanitation technology. The Hackathon aimed to address critical sanitation challenges and promote sustainable practices. The winning team will likely receive support to further develop and implement their solution. This victory highlights growing technological innovation within Africa’s sanitation landscape.