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Two AI4D experts are joining the @UN Economic and Social Council Special Meeting on AI, bringing Global South perspectives to global AI governance conversations.
ecosoc.un.org/en/events/2025…
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Prof. Jerry John Kponyo, Head @rail_knust will speak on building AI foundations in the Global South:
▪️Overcoming barriers to AI for development
▪️Multi-sector collaboration
▪️Avoiding fragmentation through strong governance
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AI4D supports fair, inclusive AI that reflects the priorities of the Global South. This meeting is a key step toward a more just and balanced AI future.
INFO 🔗ecosoc.un.org/en/events/2025…
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18 Apr 2025
📢 Funding alert from @CIFAR_News!
Expressions of Interest now for Solution Networks in AI Safety with up to CAD 700K available per project.
Deadline: April 21, 2025
Apply 👉 cifarportal.smapply.io
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Artificial Intelligence for Development retweeted
14 Apr 2025
⏳ The deadline is approaching! Have you registered for the upcoming #AI and #IP Training?
📅 Training Date: April 28, 2025 | ⏰ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EAT
📌 Application Deadline: April 24, 2025
Register; forms.gle/N26cRCe3CSYofSdXA
1 Apr 2025
Cohort 2 applications for AI & IP Training are open! 🎉
Learn to navigate the challenges and opportunities at the AI & IP crossroads.
📅Date: April 28, 2025 | ⏰ 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM EAT
📌 Application Deadline: April 24, 2025
🔗 Register: forms.gle/pYypaxrprhYHEY2VA
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14 Apr 2025
Deadline: Tomorrow
Is your work or academic background making contributions to STEM research? Are your innovations contributing to the SDGs?
Apply for the 2nd edition of the @UNESCO_AIFrozan
🔗unescoalfozanprize.org/call-…
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Artificial Intelligence for Development retweeted
9 Apr 2025
🌍 Building AI in Africa, Asia, or Latin America?
We want to hear from YOU!
GCG is conducting a global survey to understand how infrastructure is shaping AI in LMICs.
Take the survey now 👉docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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10 Apr 2025
As AI reshapes healthcare, governance must keep pace.
@healthai_agency's report maps AI health regulations worldwide, analyzing global frameworks, cross-sectoral policies, and country-specific cases
How can we ensure responsible AI in health? 🔗
ai4d.ai/research/mapping-ai-…
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How can AI support Africa’s sustainable development?
This new report from @WiltonPark, in collaboration with @FCDOGovUK , @Google & @ai_observatory , shares key recommendations from the December 2024 gathering.
Learn more 🔗wiltonpark.org.uk/reports/su…
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28 Mar 2025
Could AI be the key to solving Africa’s biggest challenges?
Join @DeepIndaba Community Challenge and be part of an interdisciplinary initiative bringing together AI-driven communities to collaborate on real-world solutions for Africa
⏳April 14, 2025
🔗deeplearningindaba.com/2025/…
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26 Mar 2025
Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of AI minds? @DeepIndaba is seeking volunteers to help develop hands-on AI learning experiences.
Topics include: LLMs, Reinforcement Learning,ML Foundations & Generative Models.
Apply by 29th March 🔗docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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20 Mar 2025
How is AI transforming healthcare in the Global South?
Through the AI for Global Health initiative, our partners are using AI to strengthen health systems, promote inclusion, and drive sustainable innovation.
💡Explore the projects making an impact 🔗ai4d.ai/projects/artificial-…
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19 Mar 2025
Here's an opportunity not to miss!
If you are a woman interested in AI ethics and policy, apply for a fully funded scholarship to be part of this upcoming course by the @ai_observatory & @EthicsLab_UCT
INFO 🔗globalcenter.ai/news/scholar…
Apply by 31st March, 2025!
Are you a woman passionate about AI ethics, governance, and responsible AI?
In collaboration with @EthicsLab_UCT , we are offering 5 fully funded scholarships for a short course in AI Ethics & Policy.
Apply by 31st March, 2025.
INFO🔗globalcenter.ai/news/scholar…
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Access to timely, accurate healthcare information can be life-saving—especially for expectant mothers.
In Kenya, PROMPTS, an AI-powered SMS platform by @JacarandaHealth is stepping in where healthcare gaps exist.
Learn how 👉ai4d.ai/blog/revolutionizing…
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What does AI look like beyond the buzzwords? Our blog shares real-world stories of how responsible AI can tackle big challenges.
From healthcare to smarter farming-meet the change makers & see how AI is driving progress in the Global South.
Explore 🔗ai4d.ai/blog
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27 Feb 2025
Are you interested in AI Ethics & Policy in Africa?
Consider taking this course by @ai_observatory , @gcg_ai and @EthicsLab_UCT
Check out the details in the post below 👇
AI is shaping economies & societies—but are our policies keeping up?
In partnership with @EthicsLab_UCT, we will be running a 5 week online course on the role of AI Ethics & Policy in Africa.
Learn more and register here🔗globalcenter.ai/news/ai-ethi…
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26 Feb 2025
Are you interested in learning more about the AI & ML scholarship opportunity for women in Africa by @ACTSNET ?
Join the information session happening later this week. The webinar will cover eligibility, available support & the application procedure .
Details 👇
📣Join our Webinar!
🗓️28 February 2025
🕒3:00 pm EAT
The AI4D Scholarship aims to support research by women in AI & ML in Sub-Saharan Africa. We will learn about the goals of the program, requirements, assistance offered and much more!
Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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26 Feb 2025
The Africa Policy Tool by the @ai_observatory is now live on our new website!
Explore and compare AI policies, strategies & governance frameworks across Africa with this intuitive tool.
Access it here 🔗buff.ly/4kiFfga
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Artificial Intelligence for Development retweeted
18 Feb 2025
Only a few days are left to apply to the Deep Learning Indaba 2025 annual event ! ✨
If you want to join us, make sure to apply before the 23rd of February 2025, 23:59:59 UTC! 👉deeplearningindaba.com/2025/
#DLI2025
#Indaba2025
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