AMLD Africa is set to showcase the continent’s innovative spirit
Diffusion models (DALL-E), LLMs (GPT4) – these groundbreaking technologies signal the onset of the 4th Industrial Revolution, a transformative era in artificial intelligence where African startups and initiatives are increasingly emerging.
Following two successful editions in collaboration with Tunisia and Morocco, which reached out to 3 000 participants across 50 African countries, AMLD Africa returns to Nairobi, Kenya, hosted by the United States International University of Africa (USIU-Africa).
This third edition, supported by Google, Novartis and many others, will once again underscore Africa’s dedication to owning AI developments of strategic projects in healthcare, sustainability, culture preservation, and economic empowerment.
AMLD Africa is not just a conference; it’s a milestone, showcasing Africa’s pivotal role in the global AI landscape and its commitment to leveraging its rich human resources and talents.
AMLD Africa, from 26 to 29 February, aims to embody this vision. Partnering with USIU, the conference will tackle current challenges solvable with AI through a series of organised tracks:
- 26 February – Community Day: Engage with Africa’s leading communities (Africlimate, Deep-Learning Indaba, Mawazo Institute, Masakhane, Women in Machine Learning & Data Science, Zindi and others)
- 27 February – AI & Healthcare: Understand the disruptive impact of recent foundation models on drug discovery and medical access. Discover how AI can be used to improve maternal health or help in the fight against malaria. This track features notable speakers such as Darlington Akogo (CEO of minoHealth, supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) and Dr Mary-Anne Hartley (Professor at Yale University).
- 28 February – AI for Cultural Preservation: Africa is home to an array of roughly 2 000 different tongues; sadly, an approximated 10% are going extinct. Uncover the potential of AI for preserving the diversity and richness of Africa’s heritage through keynotes by Vukosi Marivate (co-founder of Deep-Learning Indaba) and attend panel discussions featuring African AI pioneers.
- 29 February – AI & Sustainability and Economic Empowerment: Discover how African-led efforts have leveraged geospatial data to address pressing issues such as water scarcity, reliable weather forecasts, and their implications in agriculture. Insights coming from Girmaw Abebe Tadesse (Microsoft) and Tanya Berger-Wolf (Ohio State University).
Innovation stands as a pillar of development and progress, and by offering a platform for collaboration and innovation, AMLD Africa seeks to propel Africa forward, enabling the continent to leapfrog existing challenges and establish itself as a leader in sustainable development and technological innovation.
AMLD Africa welcomes everyone interested in AI, offering a broad agenda that underscores the importance of AI across various sectors. The event is tailored for a diverse audience, including students and professionals from all fields, showcasing the wide applicability of AI.
With the continued support of giants like Google and Novartis, AMLD Africa is set to showcase the continent’s innovative spirit, fostering community building across the continent. Ambassadors will facilitate broadcasts in every corner of Africa, ensuring students and professionals alike can access talks, engage in discussions and participate in workshops.
Contribute to Africa’s future and get your ticket here.
