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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

What if your next lab partner was an AI agent? 🌍🧬 Join The AI Lab Partner: Agents for Biological Discovery with Natasha Latysheva (Google DeepMind). See how agents plan, reason, and speed up discovery. 15:00–17:30, Lagos. See you there! #DLI2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

How do we build AI that is fair, trustworthy, and truly made for Africa? ⚖️🌍 Find out in Responsible and Sovereign AI: Fair, Trustworthy, and Context-Aware ML for Africa. Fairness, interpretability, and context-aware design. 15:00–17:30, Lagos. Head to the room! #DLI2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The world around us is a network: social graphs, molecules, transport systems. 🌍🕸️ Come learn to model it in Graph Neural Networks: Foundations and Applications for Real-World Networks. Foundations to hands-on practice. 15:00–17:30, Lagos. See you there! #DLI2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Time to break through the "Colab Ceiling"! 🌍💻 Join Beyond the Notebook: Mastering Cloud GPU Infrastructure for Scalable African AI. Live $5 credit on an African-hosted GPU, VMs, cost optimisation, and DevOps for sovereign AI. 15:00–17:30, Lagos. Head to the room now! #DLI2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Next up in our Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🧵 "Sovereign assets: Navigating the intellectual property frontier of African AI"

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

🔥 Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🔥 Next up in our workshop spotlight series for the Deep Learning Indaba 2026 in Lagos, Nigeria! This one brings AI down to the ground, literally: Sovereign Supply Chains: Frontier AI for Resilient African Logistics.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Next up in our Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🧵 "Building Africa's Human Data Infrastructure: Capacity Building for Community-Led Dataset Creation and Sustainable AI Pipelines"

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Next up in our Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🧵 "Building Red-Teaming Capacity for AI Safety Evaluation in African Contexts: A Hands-On Protocol Workshop"

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Next up in our Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🧵 "Quantum Machine Learning for Africa (QML4Africa)" Featuring Dr. Stephanie Müller, Yousra Farhani, Dr. Nouhaila Innan, Ndivhuwo Nyase, Jibril Abdullahi and Dalia Yousif Ali.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Next up in our Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🧵 "Whose Intelligence? Building Agentic AI in Africa without Frontier Model Dependency"

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Workshop Spotlight Series | #DLI2026 🧵 First up: the 4th TrustAI Workshop, "How Trustworthy Are LLMs-as-Judges? Implications for the African Continent"

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🌟 Deep Learning Indaba Awards 2026 🌟 Celebrating excellence in African AI: Congratulations to all winners & runners-up! 👇 #DLI2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The #DLI2026 theme is officially here: Ìmọ̀ Wa 🌾 Our Shared Knowledge 🌾 "Ìmọ̀ Wa" is Yoruba for "our knowledge", and that is exactly what this year is about. The wisdom in our languages, our histories, our communities and the work we build together 💛

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

🔥🪘 The Deep Learning Indaba 2026 is just ONE month away! We can’t wait to welcome 1,000+ AI researchers and practitioners to Lagos to connect, collaborate and amplify African innovation. Can't make it to Lagos? Virtual Indaba registrations are still open! 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/2026/virtual...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Who defines AI, and whose interests does it serve? Dr Margaret Mitchell takes on that question at #DLI2026 in Lagos this August. Chief Ethics Scientist at Hugging Face and creator of Model Cards, asking who AI is really built for and who gets left out.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Community Showcase: Mauritanian Women in Machine Learning 🇲🇷✨ Empowering women and driving AI innovation! MWiML is building an inclusive tech ecosystem in Mauritania through bootcamps, mentorship, and impactful research in NLP and computer vision.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Next on our #DLI2026 stage in Lagos: Prof. Karim Lekadir, ICREA Research Professor at the University of Barcelona. He is the lead author of FUTURE-AI and coordinator of AFRICAI-RI, on building healthcare AI people can trust. Welcome on board, Prof. Lekadir!

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Next on our #DLI2026 keynote stage in Lagos: Prof. Vukosi Marivate! "What Do Our Benchmarks Actually Measure? Evaluation Challenges for African Language AI" Recipient of the Order of Mapungubwe, one of South Africa's highest national awards. Rethinking how we measure progress in African language AI.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Community Showcase: WiMLDS Yaoundé 🇨🇲✨ Empowering women and girls in AI across Cameroon! Since 2020, the Yaoundé chapter has been making data science and AI accessible through technical workshops, hackathons, and dedicated mentorship. Secure your pass here 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/2026/virtual...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 31/05/2026

We're delighted to welcome Dr Catherine Nakalembe as a keynote speaker at #DLI2026 in Lagos, Nigeria! Her talk: "Translational GeoAI Science is An African Imperative." Join us 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/2026/virtual... #Indaba2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🪘 The 2025 Impact Report is here! 🪘 Our last Indaba’s theme: Urunana ("Hand in Hand") — beautifully reflected our mission: shaping the future of AI on the continent through solidarity, cooperation, and shared responsibility. Dive into the full report 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/blog/2026/05...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Community Showcase: AI Eswatini 🇸🇿 600+ beneficiaries in one year. SATNAC Grand Innovation Prize. Y20 contributions. Proof that the future of African AI is being built everywhere. Watch the showcase, then join #DLI2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

A reminder that the Virtual Indaba 2026 is open for registration 🌍 Talks, workshops, and a front-row seat to African AI, wherever you are. 🎟 Virtual:https://deeplearningindaba.com/2026/virtual-indaba-2026/ 🇳🇬 In-person Ticket Lottery: deeplearningindaba.com/2026/applica...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

FCalling AI communities from across Africa 🌍 For #DLI2026 in Lagos, we want to hear from countries often underrepresented in the global AI conversation. 🇨🇫 🇹🇩 🇩🇯 🇪🇷 🇸🇿 🇬🇦 🇬🇼 🇱🇾 🇸🇹 🇸🇨 🇸🇱 🇸🇸 🇱🇸 🇲🇺 🇨🇻 Apply or share by 29 May (AoE). Link in the comment section.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

⏳ The clock is ticking! There are only 5 days left to submit your nominations for the 2026 Deep Learning Indaba Awards. We are looking for the innovators, researchers, and leaders who are shaping the future of AI and excellence across Africa. Nominate or Apply Here: deeplearningindaba.com/awards/

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

🌍 Thrilled to welcome Dr David Adelani, Assistant Professor at McGill University, as an invited speaker at this year’s Deep Learning Indaba in Lagos, Nigeria! 📅 Mon, Aug 3rd | 12pm GMT+1 Registrations for the Virtual Indaba are still open! deeplearningindaba.com/2026/virtual...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

The Deep Learning Indaba continues to offer the opportunity to join our annual event fully online. For those unable to attend in Lagos, Nigeria, the Virtual Indaba 2026 offers a dedicated pathway to participate from anywhere. Further details and registration: deeplearningindaba.com/2026/virtual...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

🪘 Awards season is back! 🪘 The awards recognise excellence amongst Africans each year in all areas related to African flourishing, innovation and AI. Check our website to apply/nominate and to get more details about the eligibility criteria: deeplearningindaba.com/awards/

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

The Call for Communities Deadline is EXTENDED! To give more grassroots AI communities the chance to share their journeys, we are extending the deadline for the Community Spotlight. New Deadline: 30 April 2026 Register your community & submit your video 👉 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

#DLI2026 Update: Registration Ticket Lottery Now Open! This is a paid attendance route. We charge registration fees to cover the operational costs of hosting an Indaba. Please note that applications for financial aid are now officially closed. Full Details 👉 deeplearningindaba.com/2026/applica...

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

🪘 Applications for #DLI2026 are officially OPEN! 🪘 We are excited to open applications for the annual meeting of the African machine learning and AI community. Deadline: 29 March 2026 Apply on Baobab: baobab.deeplearningindaba.com/ Full Details: deeplearningindaba.com/2026/applications/

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

The countdown to #DLI2026 begins! 🇳🇬 🔥 We’re heading to Pan-Atlantic University in Lagos, Nigeria! Join us for a week of world-class AI research & community building. 🗓️ 2–7 Aug 2026 Important UPDATE: Open calls extended to 25 March! Apply: deeplearningindaba.com/2026/ #DLI2026 #Indaba2026

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Big news🎉: We are excited to announce that the research presented at #DLI2025, is now published in the Proceedings of Machine Learning Research (PMLR), Volume 302. Read the full proceedings here: proceedings.mlr.press/v302/ #DLI2025 #ResearchTrack

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

🇳🇬 Nigeria is confirmed. Now comes the big question… Which city will host Deep Learning Indaba 2026? We’ve narrowed it down to a few iconic options, each with its own energy, culture, and tech ecosystem. 💬 Drop your guess in the comments: 📣 Applications opening soon, stay tuned.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

We are officially heading to NIGERIA! 🌟 For years, Nigerian builders and researchers have helped shape the Indaba from its earliest days. Now, we are bringing the energy home to channel a new focus: Sovereign Intelligence, the ability for Africa to build, steward, and understand its own systems.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

A flagship keynote panel at #DLI2025 delved into the critical topic of AI policy and national strategies for Africa. The panel featured insights from Jane Munga, Barbara Glover, Virginia Dignum, and Vukosi Marivate. The session also included a special message from H.E. Ms. Lerato D. Mataboge.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

We are thrilled to introduce the Pamodzi Awards, a true testament to the power of our community. A huge congratulations to the inaugural winner, Jeremiah Olugbenga Olamijuwon, for exemplifying the spirit of unity and for his impactful engagement!

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Another important session at #DLI2025. The Women in Machine Learning (WIML) event was dedicated to an open discussion on the challenges women face in the field, and to exploring potential solutions.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Data is the lifeblood of AI, and yesterday's discussion on African Datasets was a powerful call to action for inclusivity and equity. This initiative aims to bridge the data gap by building a robust repository of high-quality, African-relevant datasets.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

Recapping Day 3 at #DLI2025! Day 3 brought together founders and innovators driving the future of African AI startups. The discussion explored how homegrown startups are tackling real-world challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and finance with cutting-edge AI solutions.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Today's community sessions were all about action! 💡 First, we saw the incredible Top 5 Community Challenge Finalists showcase their innovative projects. The teams are tackling critical issues, with top areas of focus: Health, Agriculture, Climate, Language preservation and building responsible AI.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

The Publication Oral Presentations were a brilliant glimpse into the innovative work coming out of the continent. This session offered a powerful preview of the projects that will be on full display at our poster session tomorrow!

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

We were honoured to host our Faculty Panel Session, a crucial step in ensuring faculty and academia are at the heart of the conversation. The session was a reminder that the classroom is where future innovators are shaped.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

Following a day of deep-dive tutorials, attendees at #DLI2025 got to put their knowledge to the test in practical, hands-on sessions!

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 19/08/2025

A look back at the incredible learning from yesterday! Our attendees got to dive deep into some of the most exciting fields in AI through our parallel tutorial sessions. A huge thank you to our expert presenters for sharing their knowledge: Luis Serrano, Dr. Arnu Pretorius and Yousra Farhan.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

What an incredible keynote by Max Welling! He’s challenging us to look beyond chatbots to the "fifth paradigm of scientific discovery": AI4Science. His talk explores how AI is transforming everything from predicting the weather to accelerating molecular simulations. #DLI2025 #Indaba2025

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

A thought-provoking keynote at #DLI2025 by Verena Rieser! Her talk challenged the idea of a single “gold standard” for AI alignment. It was a call to action: moving beyond narrow safety metrics to embrace a pluralistic approach that accounts for our diverse, and sometimes conflicting, human values.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

Celebrating African research excellence at #DLI2025! The Alele-Williams Masters Award honours outstanding research and writing by master's candidates at African universities, upholding Grace Alele-Williams’ legacy. Congratulations to Cynthia Amol and Keneilwe Mokoka

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

At #DLI2025, we were honoured to receive a welcome remark by Prof. Kayihura Muganga Didas, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Rwanda and Yves Iradukunda, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of ICT & Innovation. Their addresses reinforced Rwanda’s commitment to Africa’s growing ML ecosystem.

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Deep Learning Indaba @deeplearningindaba.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

#DLI2025 kicks off with opening remarks from the General Chairs, Bruno Ssekiwere, Pierrette Mahoro Mastel & Tejumade Afonja 🌍 They emphasised collaboration, community building & innovation in advancing Africa’s ML ecosystem, and shared why Rwanda is a fitting host this year ✨ #indaba2025 #Urunana

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