We’re thrilled to announce that Ishango.ai has been shortlisted as a finalist for the Best Enterprising Business category in the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s SME Business Awards 2025!...

My name is Meshack Kitonga. I’m a data scientist from Kenya. I’m passionate about using data to solve real-world challenges and drive innovation. With experience applying data science to improve...

Could you please introduce yourself and your professional background?My name is Allan Murego, and I have over 15 years of experience in various industries, focusing on consulting, innovation, and business...

1. Please introduce yourself and tell us what inspired you to start helping people get jobs in analytics and tech. My name is Alex Freberg, better known as Alex The...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. My name is Courage Iroro. I am from Nigeria and now live in the UK. I have a degree...

1. Please share a bit about yourself and your background. My name is Tracy Williams, and I am from Ghana. I have a strong passion for Data Analysis, which has...

1. Please share a bit about yourself and your background.   My name is Ezinne Okechukwu, and I’m from Nigeria. I’m passionate about Data Analysis and Visualization, which has led me...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. My name is Timothy Yeboah, a data scientist and AI developer based in Takoradi, Ghana. I work at Amalitech...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. My name is Emmanuel Mawuli Kanati, and I work as a data analyst in the UK. I am currently...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. My name is Uchenna Johnpaul Aniekwensi. Originally from Nigeria, I now reside and work in Germany. I work as...

This past week, we hosted the second edition of our #AfricaBuildsAI hackathon. The week-long, virtual event brought together international companies and talented African data scientists to explore how AI can...

In 2023, we partnered with DataCamp to further our mission of fostering data science talent in Africa. DataCamp provided 100 scholarships to learners, enhancing skill development and access to quality...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. My name is Dr. Edith Milanzi, and I wear multiple hats in the world of data.  As a medical...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. I am Islam Muhammed, a data scientist with over three years of experience in the data field, based in...

In today’s rapidly evolving business field, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven solutions has become a crucial driver of innovation and growth across industries. However, for non-technical senior...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. I’m Pearl Mensah, a data scientist specialising in natural language processing and e-commerce analytics. I enjoy utilising data-driven insights...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. I am Cynthia Owusu, a Senior Business Intelligence Analyst at Fido Micro Credits, with nearly a decade of experience...

Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. My name is Semawit Araya, an Ethiopian data science and AI researcher. I have a bachelor’s in electrical and computer...

Please share a bit about yourself and your background. My name is Mansour Gueye. I am from Diourbel, Senegal, and my academic journey initially focused on physics and chemistry. However,...

Meet Naftali Indongo, a data scientist and a new member of the Ishango Data Science Programme. His interest in numbers and innovation started at an early age. As a young...

For our first data scientist spotlight of the year, we are excited to introduce Sharleen Mwikali Muoki, a new member of the Ishango Data Science Programme. Sharleen is a dedicated...

Throughout 2023, we made significant strides towards our mission to build a more inclusive and equitable global AI ecosystem by levelling the playing field for African data science talent. As...

We concluded our final Datacamp-Ishango.ai event for this year, offering a platform for sharing ideas, networking, and exploring the latest advancements in the field of data science. During this event,...

1. Please share a bit about yourself and your background.I’m Sharonne Vanessa Kemboi, based in Nairobi, Kenya, employed as a data analyst at Carlton Group International and its subsidiary, Carlton...

Artificial intelligence has become increasingly intertwined with sustainability efforts across various industries. Advancements in AI technology have opened up new possibilities and opportunities for creating a more sustainable future. In...

From October 11–18, we hosted our inaugural #AfricaBuildsAI hackathon. The hackathon offered a unique platform for companies to explore the potential of AI in addressing real-world business challenges, working in...

Each month we bring our Datacamp-Ishango.ai scholarship community together to exchange ideas, build connections, and discover the latest developments in the data science field. At our most recent community event,...

Please share a bit about yourself and your background. My name is Alex Akorli from Ghana. I am an aspiring data scientist with a background in data analytics. I currently...

1. Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. I’m Fibi Dalyop, a Nigeria-based data analyst and machine learning specialist. I’m currently a data analyst at Women First...

We are happy to introduce Rene Buch, who recently joined Ishango as an advisory board member. Rene is a seasoned senior leader who has worked across the globe leading technology...

Meet Joan Kirunga, a risk data scientist at Stanbic Bank Uganda. She develops and deploys machine learning models to anticipate inherent business risks using customer conduct and transaction behaviour data....

Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role.My name is Moyinoluwa Anoma, and I’m currently a Data Analyst at Bloomberg L.P. In addition to my role at Bloomberg,...

We are happy to introduce Nicole Noack, who recently joined Ishango as an advisory board member. She is a highly accomplished Senior Manager and Consultant with over 20 years of...

Each month we bring our Datacamp-Ishango.ai scholarship community together to exchange ideas, build connections, and discover the latest developments in the data science field. At our most recent community event,...

Numan Mehraj is a data scientist who is passionate about extracting meaningful insights and actionable strategies from raw data. Throughout his career, he has worked on a variety of projects...

Ever since my early days in Old Ashongman, I have been captivated by computers and electronic devices. Exploring their intricate workings and finding solutions to fix them has become a...

Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role.I am Tina Okonkwo, a Data Analyst at FanBants, where my role involves analysing data and extracting sentiments to facilitate fan...

Phastar is a global, data-focused contract research organisation (CRO). They work with small and large biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and medical companies to provide statistical consulting, analysis, and reporting, clinical data management,...

Please introduce yourself and what you do.  I am Numan Mehraj, a data scientist who is passionate about extracting meaningful insights and actionable strategies from raw data. I have a...

Please share a bit about yourself and your background.I am Albert Dellor, a former engineer who has transitioned into the field of data engineering and data science. My focus is...

1, Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role. I am Precious Nnodi, a data analyst with a background in mechanical engineering. I specialise in uncovering trends and...

We recently held our monthly check-in with our Datacamp-Ishango.ai scholarship community. The event provided an opportunity to share knowledge, network, and explore the latest advancements in the field of data...

Please introduce yourself, what you do, and your current role.My name is Christa-Awa Köllen, a data scientist and machine learning engineer based in London, UK. Currently, I am a senior...

1. Please share a bit about your background. How did you first become interested in data science? I was raised in Kumba, a town situated in the southwestern region of...

Please share a bit about your background. How did you first become interested in data science?Growing up in Ablekuma, a suburb of Accra, Ghana, I developed a strong passion for...

For this impact spotlight, we spoke to Rebecca, a data scientist with a background in statistics and mathematical sciences, about her journey into data science, the challenges she faced, and...

At Ishango.ai, our mission is to forge impactful collaborations between talented African data scientists and visionary companies, empowering them to unlock the potential of data-driven solutions. In this feature, we...

For this impact spotlight, we spoke with Victoire Djimna, an engineer turned data scientist from Cameroon. She shared her journey into data science, her experience working on projects in different...

Please share a bit about your background. How did you first become interested in data science?I grew up in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. I initially had a fear of math,...

Share a bit about your background. Where did you grow up, and what were your early interests? I grew up in Cantonment, a suburb of Accra, Ghana, that is located...

Our mission at Ishango.ai is to create high-skill data science jobs in Africa and demonstrate the wealth of talent that exists in the region. Through our data science programme, we...

In 2022, Ishango.ai partnered with Dataquest to offer scholarships to 400 aspiring data scientists in Africa. Through the scheme, scholarship recipients from across Africa received free access to data science...

For this impact spotlight, we talked to Ishango.ai data scientist Ethel Mensah from Ghana about her work as a data scientist, her experiences in the field, and the impact of...

Cybersecurity has become an essential aspect of our daily lives as we rely more and more on technology for our personal and professional needs. With the increasing use of the...

We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between Ishango.ai and DataCamp, focused on supporting the development of data science talent in Africa. As part of this partnership, DataCamp will...

During our recent #DataSheroes webinar, our speakers, Yvette Kondoh, a data scientist, and Christiana Onoja, founder of Partnership for African Women Advancement shared valuable insights about their experiences in the...

Healthcare is an industry that has always been data-driven, but with the rise of data science, it’s becoming more important than ever. From predictive modelling to personalised medicine and clinical...

The data science industry is one that is constantly evolving with new technologies and techniques emerging every day. For data scientists and organisations to remain relevant, it is important to...

During the recent Mentorme webinar organised by our partner TechUp Africa, Ishango.ai mentor Chih-Chun Chen shared her advice for upcoming data scientists. She spoke about three important aspects of making...

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on data and technology, the demand for skilled data scientists is on the rise. While the demand for these skills is global, a new...

As the world becomes more data-driven, the importance of data ethics and privacy is becoming increasingly clear. With the growing amount of personal and sensitive information being collected and processed,...

In 2022, we made great strides toward our mission of creating high-quality jobs in Africa and showcasing the wealth of data science talent in Africa. We could not have done...

Last month, we hosted the maiden edition of our Datasheroes – Conversations with Women in Data Science Series. We were privileged to be joined by our very first guest, Mahadia...

Data science has become increasingly popular due to the enormous value it presents to businesses and organisations. As a result, more people are gradually discovering the many opportunities available in...

Introducing Barry Callebaut as a Data Science Project Partner. At Ishango.ai one of the main goals is to create value for global businesses by giving them access to top data...

Last month, we partnered with DataQuest on a webinar sharing insights on how to ace a data science interview and land your dream job. Two of our co-founders, Eunice Baguma...

Welcoming back Elder Research as a Data Science Project Partner At Ishango.ai one of our main goals is to create value for global businesses by giving them access to top...

Introducing our new Data Science Project Partnership with Fyffes At Ishango.ai one of our main goals is to create value for global businesses by giving them access to top data...

We are pleased to welcome our latest group of fellows for the October/November 2022 Ishango.ai Data Science Fellowship. The 8-week fully-funded, remote fellowship provides an opportunity for budding talented African...

During our recent webinar, Women in Data Science: Breaking the Bias, hosted by Eunice Baguma Ball, co-founder of Ishango.ai, we were privileged to be joined by two brilliant female data...

Ishango’s overarching belief is that there is a huge amount of untapped talent in Africa and our goal is to show the world why this untapped talent pool of brilliant...

Our social mission at Ishango.ai is to build African data science talent and contribute to sustainable development. For our next fellowship, we want to support organisations that are working towards...

After 8 weeks of hard work, developing their technical and professional skills, we are both happy and sad to announce that the June_July Ghana 2022 fellowship has concluded. Below we...

We are often asked what our name ‘Ishango’ means. In this post, we want to share not only the meaning behind the name but also how it connects with our...

Our mentor in residence, Jan Ravnik finished his term as a data scientist in residence on the 27th of June, 2022. With a sad but full heart, he left our...

We recently announced a partnership with DataQuest, offering free scholarships to aspiring data scientists in Africa. Making the data science field more inclusive is core to our mission at Ishango.ai....

Our goal at Ishango.ai is to unlock the potential of African data scientists and give global companies access to this untapped talent pool. Core to achieving this is our 2...

Building something great is not usually about one great mind but a collective. Many ideas put together and people uniting to support what they believe, is often how the change...

Ishango fellowships are possible because of the people that put their time and dedication to build a program that will be enriching and offer budding African data scientists the necessary...

Every great idea starts with great people. Ishango was co-founded by three astounding people, who not only want to make an impact in the world but also want to start...

Dataquest and Ishango.ai are proud to announce a new partnership to improve inclusivity and diversity in the data science field. Dataquest will provide four hundred scholarships to Ishango.ai to support...

Victoire Dijimna, an Ishango fellow 2021 worked in a project with Simprints, where she got to put her skills into practice and challenged herself, by working with biometric data to...

Anise and Joseph, two Ishango 2021 fellows work on a mental health machine learning model to predict the impact of demographics mental health disease. Host company: Omniscient Neurotechnology(o8t) is delivering...

About The Ishango Data Science Fellowship is a fully funded, 2 month programme aimed at supporting African graduates to kickstart a career in data science. We take top graduates from...

shango.ai Fellows Bright Aboh and Aimable Ishimwe Manzi worked alongside the data science team at Philip Morris International (PMI) on a project leveraging satellite image data to remotely identify different...

Host company: Elder Research, Inc. (ERI) is a machine learning solutions provider with 26 years of experience delivering high performing predictive modelling solutions into complex client deployment environments. The project:...

Host company: tails.com is a dog food subscription company providing tailored, unique food based on the individual dog’s characteristics and preferences. The project:  Tails.com took on two Ishango.ai Fellows, Sylvera...

The project: Ishango.ai Fellows Bright Aboh and Aimable Ishimwe Manzi worked alongside the data science team at Philip Morris International (PMI) on a project to remotely identify tobacco fields using...

1) What motivated you to take on the Data Scientist in Residence role for the Ishango.ai fellowship? In the last 10 years I have worked in data science, growing in...

Mentoring is its own reward. Whether it’s described as giving back, raising up others, or doing the right thing. Altruism makes you feel good and makes the world a better...

London/Berlin, March 09 2021 – Ishango, a social enterprise creating highly skilled jobs in Africa and the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), Africa’s first and largest network of centres...

Where Does African Data Science Talent Come From? Quantitative science, big data, machine learning, AI. It’s here and it’s here to stay. Business is being revolutionised around the globe and...