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Upcoming Events

January 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM

ADTC Open Day 2025: Inspire The Future

Join us online for a half day filled with exciting discussions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, entrepreneur, or industry professional, this event is perfect for anyone interested in the latest innovations and trends in the African tech scene. Get ready to connect with like-minded individuals, learn from industry experts, and discover the potential of deep tech in Africa. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant community driving innovation across the continent. See you there!

Duration: 240 minutes

December 28, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Navigating the AI Revolution: Reflections from My Entrepreneurial Journey in Africa

A discussion on how my entrepreneurial journey in Rancard influenced my eventual focus on AI and its potential for economic transformation in Africa. A candid reflection on the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned in the fast-paced high-tech business world, where our vision of demonstrating excellence in technology by Africans led to extending Google services to 75 countries and early-stage conversational AI. A firsthand perspective on how I transitioned from tech product development to tech policy, translating the lessons learned into a broader vision for technology-led economic transformation.

Speaker: Kofi Dadzie

Duration: 120 minutes

Past Events

November 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Pipelining Talent for Deep Tech Dev within Africa: A Real-life Case

You are invited to a Zoom meeting to discuss pipelining talent for deep tech development within Africa, featuring a real-life case study.

Speaker: Pius Onobhayedo and Computer Science Students of Pan Atlantic University Lagos

Duration: 120 minutes

October 26, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Increasing Productivity Using Generative AI: Our Maria Story

In this talk, we will share how Maria and technologies like her are revolutionizing the way we work. We'll explore how generative AI augments human employees and enhances our capabilities, setting the stage for a future where humans and AI collaborate seamlessly. Let's dive into how embracing AI can transform productivity and what that means for the future of work in the age of AI.

Speaker: Arinze Izukanne

Duration: 120 minutes

September 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM

AI/ML in healthcare: A journey towards equitable care

In this talk, we will explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in medical domain, from diagnostics and personalised treatment management to predictive analytics. However, while AI/ML holds promise for revolutionising healthcare, AI/ML presents ethical challenges, particularly around bias, data privacy, and access. This talk will delve into how AI systems can perpetuate inequalities, especially for marginalised communities, and the steps needed to mitigate these risks. By highlighting case studies and ongoing research, the discussion will focus on the development of fair and transparent AI models, ensuring that these technologies benefit all patients, regardless of background. Lastly, highlight the importance of long-term collaboration between technologists, healthcare providers, and policymakers to create AI/ML systems that help clinicians deliver equitable care.

Speaker: Mbangula Lameck Amugongo, PhD

Duration: 120 minutes

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