Isaiah Persevered Math to Become a Data Scientist Ambassador at Zindi

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

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

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

Zindi CEO Roots for 'AI for All' at New York Summit

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

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

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

Catherine Francis Mangare AI

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

Yisak Birhanu Bule Became an AI Expert Against All Odds

From Rural Ethiopia to Zindi Data Science Champion: How Yisak Birhanu Bule Became an AI Expert Against All Odds

In the quiet village of Lisana, Ethiopia, where electric light was a rare luxury and internet access a futuristic dream in early 2000s, a young boy was assembling toy cars and tinkering with rudimentary electrical circuits. That boy, now 24-year-old Yisak Birhanu Bule, would grow up to become one of Africa’s rising stars in data science – using artificial intelligence to tackle some of the … Continue reading From Rural Ethiopia to Zindi Data Science Champion: How Yisak Birhanu Bule Became an AI Expert Against All Odds

Muhamed’s Journey from Zindi to Ai Computer Vision

Muhamed’s Journey from Zindi to Ai Computer Vision

As a young schoolboy growing up in Cote d’Ivoire, Muhamed was into gaming. After school, while some of his mates preferred to play football in the streets, he would race home to play Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros., overachieving his score each time. This game wasn’t just a pastime for him, as it sparked a deep curiosity and fascination with software development. “I’d always rush home, do … Continue reading Muhamed’s Journey from Zindi to Ai Computer Vision

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Zindi and GovTech Barbados Announce Landmark Partnership to Build National AI Ecosystem

Press Release – Bridgetown, Barbados – 31 March – Zindi, a global AI community platform, is proud to announce a year-long partnership with GovTech Barbados, part of the Ministry of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology. This groundbreaking collaboration aims to establish and grow a vibrant AI ecosystem in Barbados, focused on nurturing talent, fostering innovation, and unlocking new job opportunities in the AI sector for … Continue reading Zindi and GovTech Barbados Announce Landmark Partnership to Build National AI Ecosystem

Data Scientist Reem Mahdi

Data Scientist Reem Mahdi Shares Perspective on How AI Can Empower Emerging Economies

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is often seen as either a game-changing tool or a disruptive force. But how can emerging economies harness AI’s potential amid resource constraints? In this interview, Sudanese data scientist Reem Mahdi offers a pragmatic perspective. With years of experience in the field, she discusses AI’s real-world applications, the misconceptions surrounding its impact, and how developing nations can strategically adopt AI to drive … Continue reading Data Scientist Reem Mahdi Shares Perspective on How AI Can Empower Emerging Economies