MABUS
Made By Us.
We are discovering Ghana's greatest builders, fabricators, and manufacturers. From Suame Magazine to Kokompe — if you build it with your hands, MABUS is your stage.
Regional prizes. National glory. International platform. West Africa coming next.
GH₵ 500,000+
Total Prize Pool
5
Competition Categories
4 Regions
Cities
5 Challenge Categories
Choose your track. Build your best. The category does not limit your creativity — it focuses it.
Transport
Vehicles, motorbikes, auto bodies, and transport fabrication
Example Entries
Custom vehicle fabrication, electric bike conversion, transport body building
Agriculture
Farm equipment, irrigation, processing machinery
Example Entries
Manual threshers, drip irrigation systems, grain storage solutions
Manufacturing
Industrial production, product design, machinery
Example Entries
Custom manufacturing equipment, product prototypes, industrial tools
Energy
Renewable energy, power solutions, energy storage
Example Entries
Solar installations, biogas digesters, battery backup systems
Construction
Building innovations, materials, structural solutions
Example Entries
Alternative building materials, structural innovations, construction tools
Competition Phases
Phase 1: Regional Heats
GH₵ 5,000Compete in your city. Top 3 teams per category per region advance to the Zonal Finals.
Phase 2: Zonal Finals
GH₵ 20,000Top regional teams battle for a spot at the national stage. Broadcast live on partner media.
Phase 3: National Championship
GH₵ 100,000Ghana's best artisans compete live. National broadcast. International partners attending.
Why Enter MABUS?
Cash Prizes
GH₵ 5,000 at regional heats up to GH₵ 100,000 at the national finals. Plus in-kind prizes and equipment from sponsors.
National Recognition
Media coverage, social media spotlight, and a platform to showcase your work to Ghana and beyond.
Business Opportunities
Finalists get connected with investors, corporate buyers, and export partners through our MABUS alumni network.
Meet the Judges
Ing. Kwabena Asante
Engineer, GNPC
Mrs. Abena Darko
CEO, Ghana Manufacturers Association
Dr. Eric Mensah
CSIR Director of Innovation
Adjoa Frimpong
Product Designer, Silicon Valley
Questions
Who can enter MABUS?
Any Ghanaian artisan, builder, fabricator, or manufacturer aged 18+. Teams of 1–5 people. You do not need to be Honestworkers certified to enter, though HCP certification is an advantage.
What do I need to bring to the regional heats?
Your finished or near-finished creation in your chosen category, a 5-minute presentation on what it does and how you built it, and proof of Ghanaian citizenship.
Are women encouraged to enter?
Absolutely. We actively recruit female artisans and there is a dedicated Women in Trade award at the national finals.
Can I enter multiple categories?
Yes. You may enter up to two categories, but each entry must be a distinct creation.
Is there a registration fee?
No. Registration is free. Honestworkers covers all costs for the competition.
Ready to Show Ghana What You Can Build?
Registration for MABUS 2026 is now open. Enter your team today — it's free.
Register Your Team