Coders4Africa provides practical training programs in countries like Senegal, Ghana, and Kenya to teach coding skills through real-world projects for clients. Their model focuses on smart learning through problem-solving experiences, building solutions, and sustaining initiatives by connecting innovators to resources. They aim to scale their impact by expanding chapters, creating innovation hubs, and strengthening partnerships to attract more members and innovative projects across Africa.
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Mfw4 a presentation at agri leasing webinar of 310517Francois Stepman
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An overview on Sustainable Agricultural Intensification Researach and Learnin...africa-rising
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Mfw4 a presentation at agri leasing webinar of 310517Francois Stepman
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A short introduction to the MobiMOOC 2012 session on Mobiles for Development (M4D). More information about the course can be found at http://mobimooc.wikispaces.com/a+MobiMOOC+hello%21.
Presentation during the 14th Association of African Universities (AAU) Conference and African Open Science Platform (AOSP)/Research Data Alliance (RDA) Workshop in Accra, Ghana, 7-8 June 2017.
Presentation by Anne Hammill, NAP Global Network, as part of the NAP Global Network's Targeted Topics Forum on “Troubleshooting for NAP implementation and building support for the NAP process through strategic communications” held in Stone Town, United Republic of Tanzania, in February 2019.
Africa RISING Ethiopian Highlands Project: Multi-stakeholder Innovation Platf...africa-rising
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Tanzania Global Learning Agency (TaGLA) is a Government Executive Agency responsible for capacity building with a role to train middle and senior officials in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the leadership and managerial skills in order to improve public service delivery through the global communications system.
It was established under Executive Agency Act Cap 245 as it takes the responsibilities of the then Tanzania Global Development Learning Centre (TGDLC) which was established in year 2000 as a sub-component under the Public Service Reform Programme (PSRP).
It is a member of Association of African Development Learning Centers (AADLC) and the Global Development Learning Network (GDLN) with over 120 networked development communication hubs globally. Both AADLC and GDLN have core functions that enable decision makers and mid-level professionals and practitioners to access and share the wealth of knowledge and experiences available in the world through the global communication system.
Afri nic presentation at the Youth Engagement Summit MauritiusAdrian Hall
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In this "Lived it Lecture", David Murdoch discusses his journey as an entrepreneur, his experiences, and how technology is currently changing the education system.
Dot Africa presentation at the Youth Engagement Summit MauritiusAdrian Hall
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Artificial Intelligence Network of Excellence in Sub-Saharan Africa - Nairobi...Me
The International Development Research Centre and Knowledge 4 All Foundation are organizing a three-day workshop of experts in Artificial Intelligence for Development (AI4D) in sub-Saharan Africa in April 2019.
The intention of the workshop is to scope out the African ML/AI landscape, provide inputs for an African AI research roadmap, and support the development of cross-continent cooperation on AI for sustainable development. It is anticipated that the outcome of the workshop will be a Network of Excellence on AI for sub-Saharan African researchers who focus on applications and research relating to AI and human development.
Follow us at @ai4dev
Description of what Wennovation Hub Nigeria has to offer. Wennovation Hub- the Technology Start-Up Business Development Unit of LoftyInc Allied Partners Limited
A short introduction to the MobiMOOC 2012 session on Mobiles for Development (M4D). More information about the course can be found at http://mobimooc.wikispaces.com/a+MobiMOOC+hello%21.
Presentation during the 14th Association of African Universities (AAU) Conference and African Open Science Platform (AOSP)/Research Data Alliance (RDA) Workshop in Accra, Ghana, 7-8 June 2017.
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Africa RISING Ethiopian Highlands Project: Multi-stakeholder Innovation Platf...africa-rising
Presented by Million Getnet, ILRI, at the Africa RISING Ethiopian Highlands Project Review and Planning Meeting, Addis Ababa, 21–22 May 2019. Nairobi, Kenya: ILRI.
Tanzania Global Learning Agency (TaGLA) is a Government Executive Agency responsible for capacity building with a role to train middle and senior officials in Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the leadership and managerial skills in order to improve public service delivery through the global communications system.
It was established under Executive Agency Act Cap 245 as it takes the responsibilities of the then Tanzania Global Development Learning Centre (TGDLC) which was established in year 2000 as a sub-component under the Public Service Reform Programme (PSRP).
It is a member of Association of African Development Learning Centers (AADLC) and the Global Development Learning Network (GDLN) with over 120 networked development communication hubs globally. Both AADLC and GDLN have core functions that enable decision makers and mid-level professionals and practitioners to access and share the wealth of knowledge and experiences available in the world through the global communication system.
Afri nic presentation at the Youth Engagement Summit MauritiusAdrian Hall
Awards go a long way in engaging youth communities by framing key technical and social challenges, inviting nominations across the board, and rigorous jury mechanisms. The AIS Young Professional Award is aimed at inspiring and igniting the spirit of digital excellence in Africa's Youth
In this "Lived it Lecture", David Murdoch discusses his journey as an entrepreneur, his experiences, and how technology is currently changing the education system.
Dot Africa presentation at the Youth Engagement Summit MauritiusAdrian Hall
This session provides delegates an inside look at a major Internet governance initiative in the region, Dot Africa. It will cover a wide range of issues from technical foundations to regional branding, and shed light on the new opportunities in Africa for presenting a regional voice in the emerging global Internet community.
Artificial Intelligence for Development - Africa finalFernando Perini
Based on the the workshop " Toward a Network of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence for Development (AI4D) in sub-Saharan Africa" - April 3-5, 2019 Nairobi, Kenya.
Artificial Intelligence Network of Excellence in Sub-Saharan Africa - Nairobi...Me
The International Development Research Centre and Knowledge 4 All Foundation are organizing a three-day workshop of experts in Artificial Intelligence for Development (AI4D) in sub-Saharan Africa in April 2019.
The intention of the workshop is to scope out the African ML/AI landscape, provide inputs for an African AI research roadmap, and support the development of cross-continent cooperation on AI for sustainable development. It is anticipated that the outcome of the workshop will be a Network of Excellence on AI for sub-Saharan African researchers who focus on applications and research relating to AI and human development.
Follow us at @ai4dev
Description of what Wennovation Hub Nigeria has to offer. Wennovation Hub- the Technology Start-Up Business Development Unit of LoftyInc Allied Partners Limited
Innovation as a National Capability: Intellectual Capital and the Accelerati...Chinenye Mba-Uzoukwu
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GCRF AgriFood Africa Programme Inaugural Event: Workshop Outputs reportKTN
The Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF) is a £1.5 billion fund to support cutting-edge research which addresses the problems faced by developing countries. GCRF forms part of the UK’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) commitment.
Innovate UK has recently secured GCRF funding to extend activities initiated through the Department for International Development (DFID) funded Agri-Tech Catalyst.
This new initiative aims to realise sustainable management of the food production systems in Africa in a way that alleviates poverty, enhances economic prosperity and delivers improved wellbeing, with key outcomes including:
- sustainable intensification of African agriculture
- improvements in human health and diversity of diets and nutrition
- positive impacts on rural income and food security
- facilitation of trade in agricultural products
Find out more here: https://ktn-uk.co.uk/news/highlights-from-the-inaugural-gcrf-agrifood-africa-programme-event
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Securing your Kubernetes cluster_ a step-by-step guide to success !KatiaHIMEUR1
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In this talk, I'll show you step-by-step how to secure your Kubernetes cluster for greater peace of mind and reliability.
UiPath Test Automation using UiPath Test Suite series, part 4DianaGray10
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The UiPath Test Manager overview with SAP heatmap webinar offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of the role of a Test Manager within SAP environments, coupled with the utilization of heatmaps for effective testing strategies.
Participants will gain insights into the responsibilities, challenges, and best practices associated with test management in SAP projects. Additionally, the webinar delves into the significance of heatmaps as a visual aid for identifying testing priorities, areas of risk, and resource allocation within SAP landscapes. Through this session, attendees can expect to enhance their understanding of test management principles while learning practical approaches to optimize testing processes in SAP environments using heatmap visualization techniques
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4. Demo
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Execution from the test manager
Orchestrator execution result
Defect reporting
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https://arxiv.org/abs/2306.08302
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8. Smart Learning
• Coders4Africa practical project training model
– Real Projects
– Real Clients
– Learn by doing
– Currently taking place in Senegal
– Training program starts
• Kenya in February 2013
• Ghana in March 2013
10. Example of products being built:
Daral: Farmers and Cattle herding management system - Client: Amadou Sow
(Secretary of the Union of farmers of Fatick, Senegal)
11. Example of products being built:
GeoPharma: Management of Pharmacies and health facilities in Senegal - Client: Senegalese
Association of Pharmacies
12. Monetize & Sustain
• ICT Hub
• Fuel the ideas
• Focus on mobile and web
• Focus on Young start-ups
• Access to knowledge, networks and financial
resources
13. African Strengths African Opportunities
• Growing ICT infrastructure • Global growth of ICT industry ($500+
(Broadband connections & Mobile) Billion market)
• Strong understanding about • Africa as an Economic Bloc (pop ~1
importance of using ICT4Dev billion)
• Growing entrepreneurship • Growing interest in ICT applications to
• Growing Investor Interests address challenges of the continent
• Closer integration within continent • ICT Centers of Excellence popping up
• Unified Market of ~1 billion people across Africa (Rwanda, Carnegie
Mellon University)
African Weaknesses African Threats
• Non-ICT infrastructures still under • Increased Global competition
development • Pace of human capacity development
• Better business environment still not meeting growing needs
under development • Slow expansion of intra-African markets
• Lack of skilled labor force to fuel • International Internet bandwidth
growth growth below global standard
• Lack of international recognition • Cost of Internet is high
• Regulation, taxes, other costs– a burden
14. How does initiative like C4A scale?
• Funding
– To strengthen the capacities of its 4 current chapters
in Senegal, Ghana, Kenya and Burkina Faso
– To spread to more African countries in 2013 as well as
attract more members/students
– To create hub/lab in each country we operate in
• Partnerships with private and public agencies
– To bring us more visibility, capability and innovative
projects.
15. Q&A & Contact Info
• Amadou Daffe
CEOCo-Founder
Coders4Africa Inc.
554 N Frederick Avenue Suite 216,
Gaithersburg, MD 20877 USA
Phone: 856-313-1989
www.coders4africa.org
amadou.daffe@coders4africa.org
Editor's Notes
To introduce something newMake changes in anything establishedTo disrupt the status quo
*iHub_ – Nairobi’s Innovation Hub for the technology community is an open space for the technologists, investors, tech companies and hackers in the area.
22+ tech hubs and counting: The African tech hub boom has arrived
ICT SWOT – International standards i.e.: Amount of International Bandwidth important for Internet Service quality. International bandwidth very low in Africa by international standards. 50.40 megabits per second mb per capita in developed countries, in Africa the average is 0.06 mb per AfricaInternet very expensive in Africa fixed broadband very between $50 and $150 very high by international standardsThe price of one minute peak rate call to developed countries from is significantly higher than international standardsThe price of broadband Internet provided via wireless networks is lower than over fixed lines but is still high by international standards.Although broadband prices have begun to fall, service is still expensive by international standards and far out of reach for the majority of Africans.
