Tag: Africarising

Isaiah Persevered Math to Become a Data Scientist Ambassador at Zindi
Africa

Isaiah Persevered Math to Become a Data Scientist Ambassador at Zindi

Growing up in Barbados, Isaiah Carrington was like most curious teenagers. He was ambitious, full of dreams, and fascinated by tech. Unfortunately, he was held back by his fear of Mathematics. It didn’t help that he had no mentors to help him navigate his poor mathematical skills. “I was terrified of the math. At 14, I wanted to get into data science, but seeing all … Continue reading Isaiah Persevered Math to Become a Data Scientist Ambassador at Zindi

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From Zimbabwe to Eswatini: Robert Selemani’s Resilient Journey to AI Expert
Africa

From Zimbabwe to Eswatini: Robert Selemani’s Resilient Journey to AI Expert

From the dusty fields of a forgotten farming village in Manicaland to a data-driven healthcare facility in Eswatini, Robert Selemani’s journey, shaped by Malawian-Zimbabwean roots, relentless determination, and a borrowed laptop—proves that even the most unlikely beginnings can lead to innovations that touch thousands of lives. For the boy who was sent home term after term for unpaid school fees and taught himself computing on … Continue reading From Zimbabwe to Eswatini: Robert Selemani’s Resilient Journey to AI Expert

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Zindi CEO Roots for 'AI for All' at New York Summit
Africa, United States

Zindi CEO Roots for ‘AI for All’ at New York Summit

NEW YORK, USA – Zindi Co-founder and CEO Celina Lee on May 7 called for greater efforts to democratize artificial intelligence as she addressed a high-level panel at the United Nations Headquarters during the 10th Multi-stakeholder Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation for the Sustainable Development Goals (STI Forum). Speaking during the “AI Solutions and Breakthroughs” session, Lee joined global thought leaders in championing the … Continue reading Zindi CEO Roots for ‘AI for All’ at New York Summit

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Zindi Supports Cassava Technologies with 85 K Zindians to showcase African AI innovation Sticky Post
Africa, Middle East

Zindi Supports Cassava Technologies with 85 K Zindians to showcase African AI innovation

Dubai, UAE May 5th, 2025 – Zindi, the leading professional network for data scientists and AI developers in emerging markets, is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, to deliver artificial intelligence (AI) solutions and GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaas) across the African continent. This partnership represents a significant step in accelerating digital … Continue reading Zindi Supports Cassava Technologies with 85 K Zindians to showcase African AI innovation

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Deepening Ties to Drive Renewable Energy Transformation
Africa

Deepening Ties to Drive Renewable Energy Transformation

In a courtesy meeting held at the Rural and Renewable Energy Agency (RREA) office, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Liberia’s renewable energy sector through an enhanced partnership with the agency.  Mr. Aliou M. Dia, Resident Representative of UNDP Liberia, and Mr. Samuel B. Nagbe, Executive Director of RREA, engaged in a strategic dialogue on scaling up renewable energy initiatives … Continue reading Deepening Ties to Drive Renewable Energy Transformation

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Dubai joins South Africa, Europe to launch global AI trade & investment hub
Africa, Middle East

Dubai joins South Africa, Europe to launch global AI trade & investment hub

News – Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), through the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), has partnered with the South African Artificial Intelligence Association (SAAIA) to help launch a dedicated AI trade & investment hub with the aim of fast-tracking cross-border collaboration and unlocking new avenues for AI startups and investors across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe. There are various regional partners behind the initiative, … Continue reading Dubai joins South Africa, Europe to launch global AI trade & investment hub

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M-KOPA
Africa

M-KOPA and Turaco Insurance Provide Free Insurance Coverage to More Than 1 Million Kenyans

M-KOPA smartphones’ “More Than a Phone” benefits increase access to critical digital financial services Press Release – March 12, 2025 – M-KOPA Kenya, local subsidiary of the leading emerging markets fintech M-KOPA Ltd, and Turaco Insurance Agency (T/A Turaco), the leading insurtech in Africa, proudly announce a transformative milestone: together, they’ve provided Hospital Cash insurance to over 1 million Kenyans in just one year. This … Continue reading M-KOPA and Turaco Insurance Provide Free Insurance Coverage to More Than 1 Million Kenyans

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Catherine Francis Mangare AI
Africa

Zindi’s Silent Revolution: How a Tanzanian Lecturer is Building Africa’s Next Generation of AI Leaders

In a quiet lab nestled within the tree-lined campus of Sokoine University of Agriculture, a quiet revolution is underway. Catherine Francis Mangare, a 35-year-old assistant lecturer turned PhD researcher, is one of the most unlikely yet formidable forces shaping the future of artificial intelligence in Tanzania. “Before, I didn’t even know about Zindi Africa,” she said, referring to the pan-African data science platform that has … Continue reading Zindi’s Silent Revolution: How a Tanzanian Lecturer is Building Africa’s Next Generation of AI Leaders

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