Advancing the research and application of data science tools to improve policymaking in South Africa.
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SU Policy Innovation Lab retweeted
Less than one week left to apply for @AI_Safety_SA’s Cooperative AI Research Fellowship.
Applications close: September 28th 2025 (AoE). Link below.
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Curious about Data Science but not sure where to start?
Join the free SUN Data Science Workshop (8–12 Sept 2025) and explore Python, predictive analytics, and machine learning, no experience needed!
🔗 Register: forms.office.com/r/4yv3Zecpn… @StellenboschUni
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What an incredible start!🎉
Yesterday marked Day 1 of the Indaba𝕏🇿🇦'25, &the energy was absolutely electric.
Here are some highlights from the Soft Skills Workshops. We loved seeing so many passionate minds gather to kick off a week dedicated to advancing African AI
#Indaba𝕏SA
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Student applications are OPEN for the Indaba𝕏🇿🇦'25 (it's FREE!).
Academic and industry professionals, registration will open on April 30th
Join us at Stellenbosch University from July 7-11 as we celebrate 70 years of AI. Apply now: indabax.co.za/register/
#IndabaX2025
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🚀 Calling all AI communities! 🚀
Be part of the Deep Learning Indaba 2025 Community Challenge and help shape AI-driven solutions to tackle pressing real-world challenges faced on the African continent ! 🌍✨
🗓 Submission of interest deadline: April 14, 2025, 11pm GMT
📢Form link 👉forms.gle/sbTa8irLw1DSDUW57
Check our website for more details about the challenge 👉deeplearningindaba.com/2025/…
This initiative is an opportunity to showcase AI’s role in transforming communities and creating a lasting impact across Africa. Join us now – we look forward to seeing your projects ! 💡🔥
#DLI2025
#Indaba2025
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#freeshortcourse: Join our #Python Programming for Beginners workshop (March 31 – April 2, 2025) hosted by our team at @StellenboschUni.
🔹 Live online sessions
🔹 Hands-on learning
🔹 Top Python libraries.
Register now! tinyurl.com/mu3z84fv #PythonForBeginners
SU Policy Innovation Lab retweeted
📣Calling all SA policymakers!
Join our Digital Dialogue on AI in Government, part of a Series hosted by Stellenbosch University's Policy Innovation Lab.
📅Event details:
🔹Date: 5 March 2025
🔹Time: 14:00–15:30 SAST
🔹Format: Virtual
Register now:
events.teams.microsoft.com/e…
SU Policy Innovation Lab retweeted
Agroinformatics is at the core of the Faculty of AgriSciences' research and innovation strategy.
As such, one of its new projects focuses on changing the way in which big data is integrated into agriculture and forestry research. It’s called the ‘Stellenbosch Agroinformatics Initiative’ (SAI) and is aimed at enabling data-intensive interdisciplinary research and innovation partnerships that span departments, faculties, universities, companies, and continents.
Read more here: www0.sun.ac.za/researchforim…
SU Policy Innovation Lab retweeted
From streamlining public services to managing risks, the future of AI in policymaking is unfolding fast.
Our CEO, @racheladamsward, will join @SUPolicyLab Digital Dialogue series to discuss how South Africa can navigate this transformation.
Register👉buff.ly/6wCCyrC
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We are collaborating with @DSFSI_Research for a publication project on Legal-technical AI governance and regulation in Africa.
Here’s how to send an abstract & collaborate with us: datasciencelawlab.africa/cfp…
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What a conference! 🚀
Over 265 educators & researchers gathered in San Antonio for the first-ever #DSEK12, making history!
But this event was only a success because of YOU—our incredible attendees!
Check out our full recap here: datascience4everyone.org/pos…
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A practical guide for policymakers on protecting and promoting civic space oecd.org/en/publications/202…
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📢📢📢📢Special Announcement: Launch of the Directory of Women Pioneers in Artificial Intelligence in Africa!
Grain Network is announcing the creation of a unique directory honoring women who excel in the field of artificial intelligence across the African continent ! The aim of this initiative is to highlight the contributions and inspiring trajectories of those who are transforming the African technological landscape.
Find the directory in French and English at this link :grain-africa.org/en/director…
#4IR #AI #IAinAfrica #GenderInclusion #GenderEquality
#GRAIN #IPAR #cseaafrica #SunbirdAI #AI #Gender
SU Policy Innovation Lab retweeted
⚠️AI's power is undeniable, but its potential for harm is equally real. We need urgent AI regulation to harness its benefits & curb its risks. Read the article below to find out more about global AI regulation Acts. #AIRegulation #TechEthics theconversation.com/a-world-…
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📢New from Policy Innovation Lab: Free, searchable catalog of AI tools used in governments worldwide! Curated for South African relevance. Explore how AI is transforming the public sector by checking out the database on our website: lnkd.in/dmr9ESXg #AI #PublicSectorTech
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SUN Data Science Workshop: Unleash the Power of Data💻!
Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop where you'll learn the fundamentals of data science using Python.
Register now and embark on your data science journey! #DataScience #Python #Workshop
Scan QR Code to register
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🥳Introducing you to the Dream Team💪!
Policy innovation happens at the intersection of research, action, and impact. Our team partners with universities, governments, and communities to translate data-driven insights into real-world solutions for South Africa.#PolicyNerds🤓
ALT Left to Right: Dr. Gray Manicom (Researcher: Data science and Policy innovation), Dr. Itai Makone (Researcher: Social science and Policy innovation), Tinomutendayi Muzondidya (Research assistant: Data science and Policy innovation), Tinashe Chikunichawa (Assistant project manager: Goalkeepers South Africa network), Prof. Willem Fourie (Policy innovation lab Lead and Associate professor)
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Looks like South Africa has its own Policy Innovation Lab. Welcome @SUPolicyLab policyinnovationlab.sun.ac.z…
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A free workshop on coding and data science happening now with the @_ORSSA (Special Interest Group - Data Science) and the School for Data Science and Computational Thinking @StellenboschUni.
Over 200 participants from all over the world! @SUDataSchool. #datascience #Python
