Indaba X Namibia

23 -24 July 2024

Harnessing the Power of Data and AI for Namibia's Development

Indaba X Namibia

23 -24 July 2024

Join us in person or Online

Harnessing the Power of Data and AI for Namibia's Development

IndabaX Namibia 2024

Fascinating Talks &

Amazing People

TECHNICAL

TALKS

Discover cutting-edge advancements in machine learning, data science, and AI infrastructure. Join leading researchers and practitioners as they unpack breakthrough methodologies, local innovations, and the technical future of AI in Namibia and across the continent. 

PANEL

DISCUSSIONS

Where academia meets industry and policy. Join dynamic, interactive panels addressing the challenges and opportunities unique to the Namibian tech landscape, and help shape the roadmap for inclusive, responsible AI development.

WORKSHOPS

Translate theory into practice with our immersive, hands-on masterclasses. Led by seasoned experts, these sessions cover everything from Python-based model deployment to advanced NLP and computer vision frameworks designed for real-world problem-solving.

HACHATHONS

Collaborate, innovate, and build under pressure. Our hackathons bring together developers, designers, and domain experts to develop prototype solutions for pressing local issues using modern machine learning toolkits.

MEET THE

SPEAKERS

Prof Antoine Bagula

Head of Department: Computer Science Programme | University of Western Cape

Mr Blessing Sibanda

NUST Masters of Computer Science Alumni

Vanessa Maresch

Empowerment Specialist | Salt Essentials

Mr Medmillian Handura

Head Digital Solutions | Schoemans Office Solutions

VIEW THE

SCHEDULE

Day 1 - 23 July 2024

08:00 - 11:00 

The ETNCC Official Opening Programme

(Conference Program) 

11:00 - 11:20 

Tea Break

11:20 - 11:50 

Technical Talk 1/Keynote : The Role of AI in Sustainable Development Goals

Prof Antoine Bagula (Head of Department: Computer Science Programme | University of Western Cape).

11:50 - 12:05 

Technical Talk 2: Natural Language Processing for Indigenous Languages Preservation and Development

Mr Blessing Sibanda (NUST Master of Computer Science Alumni).

12:05 - 13:05 

Panel Discussion: AI Ethics and Bias in the African Context

Moderator: Vivette Rittmann ( Namibian Internet Governance Forumn (NamIGF) Working Group Member)

Panelists:

Dr Anna Shipepe ( Lecturer: Department of Computing, Mathematical & Statistical Sciences, University of Namibia)

Prof Hossanna Twinomurinzi ( Professor: Centre for Applied Data Science, University of Johannesburg)

Mr Fredy Embashu ( Data Scientist: Standard Bank Namibia)

13:05 - 14:05 

Lunch Break

+ Networking Break

14:05 - 14:20 

AI an African Games

Fideria Ndapopile (Business Analyst | MTC).

14:20- 14:40 

Technical Talk 3: AI Use Cases in Central Banking

Mrs Olivia Haenert (Digital Transformation Technical Expert, Strategy Projects & Transformation Department | Bank of Namibia).

14:40 - 17:00 

Workshop: Introduction to Machine Learning with Python

Moderator 1: Mr Naftali Indongo ( Lecturer, Department of Software Engineering| NUST)

Moderator 2: Ms Ruusa Ipinge ( Lecturer, Department of Informatics | NUST)

And lots more...

DEEP LEARNING INDABA

OVERVIEW

What is Deep Learning Indaba ?


The Deep Learning Indaba is the annual meeting of the African machine learning and AI community. Since 2017, our mission has been to Strengthen African AI, and to ensure that Africans are owners and shapers of the coming advances in AI. As an educational charity, our work focuses on learning, teaching, research, and the role work of peer learning and community building.

In 2024, The Deep Learning Indaba will be held in Dakar, Senegal from the 1st to the 7th of September at Amadou Mahtar Mbow university (UAM).

The theme for this edition is “Xam Xamlé”


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INDABA X NAMIBIA

Shape the Future of African AI—Join Us In-Person or Online!

Welcome to Deep Learning IndabaX Namibia, the premier gathering for grassroots artificial intelligence and machine learning innovation. Whether you are joining us on-site to network with local pioneers or tuning in virtually from across the globe, you are part of a vibrant ecosystem driving digital sovereignty, local capacity building, and state-of-the-art research. Secure your spot today and help build the future of technology for Namibia and the continent.

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