From 31 Ugandan languages to 67 across the continent, now with speech. Sunflower v2 is Sunbird AI's open-weight model suite: translation and reasoning, speech recognition, natural-sounding speech, and an offline model built for mobile devices. Read the story: medium.com/sunbird-ai/sunflo… Join the launch: Sept 24, 3:00 PM EAT tinyurl.com/48wtyswf

Most AI systems serve a small fraction of the world's languages. Across Africa, that gap has meant limited access to technology leaving millions excluded. This September 24th, Sunflower expands Africa wide, going from 31 to 67 languages, with speech capabilities and offline access. Join us for a live look at how it works. 📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026. 🕰️ 3:00 PM EAT. Register to save your spot: tinyurl.com/48wtyswf

What if pollution isn't just what we can see or smell, but also what we hear? We’re thrilled to be featured in the latest @DeutscheWelle Eco Africa episode exploring the hidden dangers of urban noise pollution and how data can help. Rapid urbanization in cities like Kampala brings a serious, often overlooked public health hazard: excessive noise. At Sunbird AI, we are changing the narrative by using AI-powered, solar-powered sensors to remotely collect, map, and classify urban noise. By putting real-time data into the hands of city planners and environmental authorities, we are working to build healthier, quieter urban environments across Africa. Watch the full feature on DW here: dw.com/en/what-if-pollution-… #AIForGood #NoisePollution #UrbanPlanning #SmartCities #TechForImpact #Uganda #SunbirdAI

@Google 's new open building dataset is a game changer. We're using it to support @MEMD_Uganda's electrification strategy. By analysing building data from satellite images, we're identifying villages ideal for solar mini grids in Lamwo. 🔗-youtu.be/O3NmfLFxq24?si=zPTZ…

#BreakTheSystem in your own language with translate.sunbird.ai Here are categories of phrases for you to choose from. Share technical terms, greetings & proverbs in; ✅Acholi ✅Ateso ✅Lugbara ✅Luganda ✅Runyankole

#BreakTheSystem with translate.sunbird.ai/ Help us crush language barriers in Uganda by testing our translations for: ✅Runyankole ✅Luganda ✅Acholi ✅Lugbara ✅Ateso The weirder the phrase, the better! Your feedback will help us make it the most accurate translation tool.

"As we plan for Jinja city, it's crucial to address the question of accurate data. The effectiveness of our strategies relies on the reliability of the information we leverage." ~Mr. Edward Lwanga, Town Clerk, @jinjacity #DataCitiesUG #UGDataStrategy

"Exciting day in Jinja for the #DataCitiesUg inception meeting, collaborating with key stakeholders! Our focus is on co-designing with selected cities, mapping out data ecosystems for enhanced planning using practical #AI systems. #UGDataStrategy

📸 Pictorials from our partner workshop happening today. We're keen to engage our esteemed partners harnessing the power of our language system to drive initiatives in agriculture, healthcare, and civic involvement. #AIforsocialgood

🥳🥳 A little Friday celebration with the Sunbird team as we move into our new office. 📍Find us at Plot 15 East Naguru Road right opposite Next Media Park.

Happy 61st Independence Day, Uganda! 🎉🌟 We continue to harness the power of AI to drive innovation, prosperity, and inclusive development for all. #UgandaAt61