Strengthening African Machine Learning. 🌍 #Masakhane #SautiYetu #Masirouna #Yɛbɛtumi #XamXamlé #Urunana
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Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
It's great honour to present a couple of projects and my journey on building regional LMs for African languages. Thank you @DeepIndaba.
You can find the slides on my website dadelani.github.io/talks.htm…
Happy to answer further questions via email or at Mila booth today (Aug 4)
"Many low-resource African languages are still not prioritised in how these technologies are built." 🌍
David Adelani @davlanade from @Mila_Quebec took #DLI2026 through lessons from the trenches: AfroXLMR, AfriTeVa V2, and AfriqueLLM, a large language model spanning 20 African languages. The call: build African-centric models for African languages.
#DLI2026 #Indaba2026 #ÌmọWa #sovereignintelligence
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Touched down today for Day 2 of @DeepIndaba
Zero warm-up time straight into high-voltage AI sessions, research posters, and catching up with brilliant minds across the continent.
If you’re on-site today, let's connect!
#Indaba2026 #DeepLearningIndaba #WomenInTech – at Ibeju, Nigeria
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
I got into Deep Learning Indaba @DeepIndaba 2026 🥹✨
My acceptance came the day after my birthday and I cannot explain the joy.
15 @AIplus_OAU members got in and everyone who needed support is now fully covered.
Grateful and ready for PAU
#Indaba2026 #AfricanAI
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
How do we turn research into real impact across the continent?
Our closing faculty panel at #DLI2026 brings together five leaders to tackle exactly that. "Academia-Industry Linkage on the Continent" explores how universities and industry can build partnerships that last.
Featuring:
Dr Chinalu Ujah-Ogbuagu National Defence College Nigeria
Prof Stephen Gbenga Fashoto, Namibia University of Science and Technology
Prof Narjès BELLAMINE BEN SAOUD, ENSI, Tunisia
Prof Nelson Ijumba, Coventry University - Africa Hub
Prof Ife Adebara, CIFAR AI Chair, University of Alberta
Join us on Thursday in Lagos.
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
The first keynote of #DLI2026 set the stage for an important conversation on the future of AI in Africa.
@CLNakalembe, Assistant Professor at the @UofMaryland, Founder of Xylem Lab & Xylem Institute, and Africa Lead for NASA Harvest (@HarvestProgram), delivered a keynote on "Translational GeoAI Science is an African Imperative."
Her session highlighted why GeoAI must move beyond research into practical, scalable solutions that address Africa's pressing challenges, from agriculture and food security to climate resilience and sustainable development. It was a timely reminder that AI delivers its greatest value when it translates into measurable impact for people and communities.
#DataScienceNigeria #DLI2026 #indaba2026 #ÌmọWa #sovereignintelligence
@DeepIndaba @IndabaXNigeria
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
It's Deep Learning Indaba 2026 Week!!! 🎉
NAISH is excited to be part of this year's edition, and we'll be on ground all week connecting with researchers, innovators, policymakers, and ecosystem builders shaping the future of AI across Africa.
#DLI2026 #NAISH #AIinAfrica #ImoWa
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Connect, Learn, Build. .....
"Imo Wa" Our Shared Knowledge.
Together at #DLI2026 Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos , Nigeria..
Shaping the future of African AI spirit.
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Welcome to Day 2 of #DLI2026!
Day 1 brought together brilliant minds from across Africa and beyond, sparking bold conversations, fresh ideas, and meaningful collaborations. Today, the momentum continues.
Expect more groundbreaking research, insightful discussions, hands-on learning, and opportunities to connect with the people shaping Africa's AI future.
Be sure to explore today's programme, stop by the community booths, and follow along as we bring you highlights from Africa's largest AI gathering, live from Lagos, Nigeria.
#DataScienceNigeria #DLI2026 #Indaba2026 #ÌmọWa #SovereignIntelligence
@SheriffIshaka @GoogleDeepMind @wellcometrust @ZindiAfrica @Microsoft @CassavaTech
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Made it to Deep Learning Indaba 2026! 🎉
Arrived at Pan-Atlantic University yesterday evening, and I'm so happy to finally be here.
Excited for the week ahead.
#DLI2026 #DeepLearningIndaba #AI
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
If you're at #DLI2026 in Lagos, come say hello at the @equalyz_ai Exhibition Stand!
We're hosting live demos of our practical AI tools that function where resources are limited, and local languages matter most.
Whether you want to test our tech, discuss strategic partnerships, or just exchange ideas on AI for emerging economies, our team members are fully on ground to host you.
Visit our booth today at Felix Ohiwerei SST Building
Come around, let’s connect
#DeepLearningIndaba #Lagos2026 #EqualyzAI #AfricanAI #ImoWa
@dsn_ai_network @Microsoft @GoogleDeepMind @vukosi @KarimLekadir @davlanade @FMCIDENigeria @Cambridge_Uni @AminiTech @ZindiAfrica @datawise_AFR @EnzaCapital @curnance @DeepIndaba @pau_nigeria
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
CLRLC is heading to #DLI2026! 🎉
Visit our Community Booth to explore our work in low-resource language technologies, multilingual NLP, and inclusive AI.
📍 Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos
📅 Thursday, 6 August 2026
⏰ 1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
What do you think are research priorities as we prepare for AGI? Today at 2:30pm, join Alex Goldin at the @DeepIndaba Google booth for a Q&A on the sociotechnical implications of AGI. He'll also share recent work from the Post-AGI Research Team at Google DeepMind. #DLI2026
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
We're proud to be Mawenzi level sponsors of @DeepIndaba 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria! At #DLI2026? Drop by the Google booth to learn how we're leveraging ML and AI for sustainable solutions, check out our demos and Q&A sessions! Learn more about our participation: goo.gle/4x65tbk
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
📢 Virtual Indaba 2026: 50% Student Discount
To lower financial barriers for the next generation of researchers, we are offering a 50% registration discount for all students joining us online.
If you cannot make it to Lagos, the Virtual Indaba brings the tutorials, keynotes, and community directly to your home or office.
Secure your place: deeplearningindaba.com/2026/…
#DLI2026 #Indaba2026
🤖 Made with AI
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Virtual Indaba 2026 ✨
A reminder that registrations for the Virtual Indaba 2026 are open, and we'd love for you to be part of it.
The Virtual Indaba is our way of making sure that anyone, anywhere on the continent (and beyond), can join the conversation. Whether you're unable to travel to Lagos, prefer to participate from home, or are simply curious about what the Indaba is all about, this is your way in.
The Virtual Indaba has always been one of our favourite parts of the gathering. It is where the Indaba truly becomes a continental conversation rather than a single room in one city.
Register for the Virtual Indaba: 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/2026/…
Still hoping to join us in Lagos? In-person registration is also open through the Ticket Lottery (paid): 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/2026/…
#DLI2026 #Indaba2026
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
🌍 A Win for Our Collective Village
The news has been slowly sinking in, and to be completely honest, I have battled with feeling worthy. The Presidency of South Africa has announced that I am a recipient of the Order of Mapungubwe in Silver—the nation's highest recognition. 🧵
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Watch the AI Policy in Africa Panel Keynote from the 2025 Deep Learning Indaba. We discussed the progress different countries are making, key challenges, and what is needed to build responsible, inclusive, and impactful AI ecosystems across the continent.
youtube.com/watch?v=ZnWANTlE…
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Earlier this year I had the honor of traveling to Kigali, Rwanda, and speaking at @DeepIndaba, one of my favorite AI conferences. Here is the recording!
youtube.com/watch?v=k6sPbTAm…
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
Interested in joining the CCAI core team? We are hiring for several roles across our communication, education and community building efforts.
If one or more of these positions sound interesting to you, apply here 👉climatechange.ai/contribute/…
Deep Learning Indaba retweeted
I just shared my experience @DeepIndaba
If you find the time, please give it a read, and don't forget to retweet.
medium.com/@mb_awak/my-indab…
