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Recognising work in African AI

Excellence Impact African Awards recognises people and organisations working in artificial intelligence across Africa.

Nominations opening soon

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Why the awards were established

Excellence Impact African Awards was established to recognise people and institutions working in artificial intelligence across Africa.

The programme brings attention to contributions in research, enterprise, education and public service, including work that receives little public notice.

Mission

To recognise and encourage outstanding work in artificial intelligence that serves African people and strengthens African institutions.

Vision

A future in which African work in artificial intelligence is recognised and supported across the continent and beyond.

Values

What guides the programme

Four commitments shape the awards, from the assessment of entries to the conduct of the ceremony.

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Excellence

High standards in thought, craft and delivery.

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Integrity

Honest evidence, fair process and respect for others.

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Impact

Work that benefits people and institutions.

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Inclusion

Room for many voices, languages, disciplines and regions.

Context

The African context

Across African universities, companies, public bodies and communities, people are applying artificial intelligence to local needs and opportunities.

The awards recognise this work and create a place to share contributions from across the continent.

Team

Organising team

The organising team will be introduced here once confirmed. Roles cover programme direction, partnerships, judging support and communications.

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To be announced

Programme direction

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To be announced

Partnerships

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To be announced

Judging support

Placeholder team. Roles and names are to be confirmed.