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Makerere University's Artificial Intelligence Research and Innovation Hub. @STIsecretariat @AIR_lab_MUK @marconi_lab_mak Makerere University, Kampala Joined September 2024-
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At the MHDP 3-day workshop, @j_nabende stressed the need for inclusive datasets in training ASR models: 'The more data we have, the better the models #AI4Societal4Good
Why join the AI Innovation Academy? Expert-led AI/ML training Mentorship & incubation Cloud resources & prototyping Certificate of Completion Deadline: Sep 4, 2025 👉 Apply Now: bit.ly/ideas4ai
Applications are open for the AI Innovation Academy! 9 weeks of hands-on AI/ML training + 2 months incubation to turn ideas into market-ready solutions. 💡Focus: Health, Agriculture, Climate, FinTech 💡Up to $4,000 seed funding Deadline: Sep 4, 2025 👉 bit.ly/ideas4ai
📌 The @makAI_launchpad together with @STIsecretariat invites innovators to build real-world AI/ML solutions with expert mentorship & support. Eligibility: ✅ Ugandans & residents (18+) ✅ Teams must include at least 1 🇺🇬 Deadline: Sept 4. 👉air.ug/?page_id=4369
💡 “It’s time for us to harness AI and technology to improve not just AI, but the quality of health.” – Dr. Kenneth Kalani, during the 3-day MHDP inception workshop
#FounderSpotlight Before founding MOTOFIX , Patricia Asiimire, who is currently in her final year studying Software Engineering at @Makerere, had attempted several personal and group initiatives that didn’t last more than a month, but those experiences shaped her resilience and…
Day 2 of the Mental Health Data Prize workshop From tackling the burden of mental health to harnessing AI & ASR models for multilingual care in 🇺🇬 & 🇹🇿, today’s discussions were packed with insight. We’re bridging tech & mental health for inclusive support in East Africa.
📢 DEAR GALLANT MAKERERE FRESHERS, THE FUTURE LEADERSHIP STARTS WITH YOU! Welcome to the Mighty Hill! The Mak 92nd Guild House is launching a special Leadership Grooming Program for all freshers who dream of becoming influential leaders here at Makerere and beyond. ✅ Learn how…
Meet @DeniseMuwa16902 , one of four students selected for the Makerere AI Health Lab Internship Program. Denise Priscila Muwanguzi shares her reflections and key takeaways from the program, highlighting the importance of introducing machine learning to improve healthcare…
⏰ 1 Day Left! Applications to join the GDG On Campus Makerere Core Team close tomorrow – Wednesday, 6th August at 11:59 PM! 🚀 This is your chance to lead, build, and grow within one of the most vibrant tech communities on campus. 📌 Apply now: shorturl.at/0C9Zp
Makerere University in partnership with AHF @ahfugandacares priotizing students' health by providing access to HIV prevention, testing and care. #healthfirst
Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences welcomes all our #freshmen & women to the Ivory Tower. Below is our Orientation Programme – 2025 Date: 08th August, 2025 Venue: Big Lab 2, Level 2, Block B Time: 09:00 AM – 01:00 PM. #FreshersOrientation2025
“My goal is actionable research; policies that protect girls.” @Vinaprisca_Ik, a #DSAWH fellow, is tackling sexual activity & health issues among female secondary school students in Port Harcourt, facing resistance but pushing for AI-driven solutions & policy change.
Your AI model is only as good as your dataset. We’ve got the good stuff. Curated. Ethical. Accessible. Explore AI-ready datasets now 👇 🔗Visit: air.ug/?page_id=3464 #AI4SocietalGood
From Ibadan to Uganda — The DSA movement heads East! After a powerful gathering in Ibadan, Nigeria, the Data Science Africa movement is heading to Uganda in 2026. Get ready to host Africa’s brightest minds in data science, AI innovation, and tech leadership. Details to follow!
Did you know? Africa is home to over 30 AI labs and innovation hubs. Mak-AI is proud to be part of a growing African AI movement. From Kigali to Nairobi to Pretoria, our partners across the continent are building ethical, inclusive AI. #AI4SocietalGood
Day 1 of the Mak-CAD Strategic Plan Development Workshop ends on a high note! Facilitated by @KnowledgeCLtd , the team explored risks, opportunities & how Mak-CAD can position itself for long-term impact. Sessions included vision/mission crafting & a SWOC analysis.
Ali Ndiwalana (@KnowledgeCLtd ) breaks down 6 key forces shaping Mak-CAD’s future — from tech & economy to legal & environmental shifts. He provides a strategic deep dive into risks, opportunities & impacts. #MakCADStrategy #AI4SocialGood
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