March 24th- 29th 2025
Africa AI Week
Empowering Africa Through AI Literacy, Inclusion, and Innovation to Address Local Challenges and Shape a Future Aligned with our Aspirations.
About Africa AI Week
Africa AI Week is a pan-African initiative empowering communities to understand and engage with artificial intelligence. Focused on accessibility, inclusivity, and local impact, it drives AI literacy, upskills early adopters, and addresses Africa’s unique challenges in sectors like Agriculture, Health, Education, and Climate Action. Through partnerships, learning opportunities, and discussions, it showcases Africa’s AI readiness and shapes its role in the global AI landscape
Our Objectives
Building Africa’s AI Capacity for Sustainable Growth
AI Curriculum in African Languages
Develop and deliver contextualized AI learning materials in at least 15 widely spoken African languages using AI language models.
Promoting Responsible AI
Support collaboration on Africa-specific AI challenges and inspire national initiatives to promote responsible AI, contributing to Africa’s AI strategies and readiness.
AI Literacy & Capacity Building
Create local AI communities and provide structured educational resources to enhance AI and Machine Learning skills across Africa.
Real-World Impact & Awareness
Generate interest and showcase AI’s real-world benefits in key sectors such as Agriculture, Health, Education, Civic Tech, Climate Action, and African Language Technology to drive sustainable development.
What to Expect
Your Guide to Africa AI Week: Learn, Engage, and Innovate
AI Learning & Training
Access structured AI courses for all skill levels (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced), available online and in-person, with content delivered in up to 15 African languages. Engage in hands-on workshops, coding challenges, and career guidance sessions to explore AI fundamentals, ethics, and real-world applications.
Community Engagement & Awareness
Participate in interactive sessions, simplified local language materials, and public demos showcasing AI’s impact on daily life, agriculture, and healthcare. Mobile learning units bring AI education to rural areas, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
Innovation & Industry Showcases
Discover emerging AI solutions through startup demos, social impact hackathons, and practical AI tools. Connect with mentors, tech professionals, and organizations at career fairs and networking events.
Ethics, Policy & Inclusion
Join discussions on AI’s societal impact, including ethics, employment, and governance. Special workshops and panels focus on responsible AI adoption and promoting youth, gender, and community inclusion in AI initiatives.
Africa AI Week presented by
Qhala
We are a team of problem solvers passionately driven to lead Africa’s digital transformation and innovation
Qubit Hub
Incubated by Qhala, Qubit Hub is an African-based AI research, innovation and development lab, a commune of African Researcher
Smart Africa
is a pan-African initiative aimed at driving sustainable socio-economic development across the continent through the adoption of technology and innovation.
Join the Movement Shaping Africa's AI Future
Together, let’s unlock Africa’s AI potential for sustainable growth and community empowerment.