About Data Science Nigeria
Data Science Nigeria (DSN) is Africa’s leading AI and Data Science organisation, dedicated to talent development and sector-specific solutions. With a strong presence across the continent, we lead a diverse community of AI professionals, enthusiasts, and beginners from both Anglophone and Francophone nations. Our mission is to nurture 1 million AI talents and position Africa at the forefront of the global AI landscape.
We are not only shaping the workforce of tomorrow but also deploying AI solutions to improve the lives of 2 billion people in emerging markets. Furthermore, we foster the growth of AI startups and champion digital transformation across African organisations, driving innovation and progress throughout the region.
Our commitment is to raise 1 million AI talents and build AI solutions that improve the quality of life and wellbeing of 2 billion people in emerging market.
Our Evolution
Since our establishment in 2016, our journey has been one of continual evolution and growth. What began as a learning and community-focused organisation has blossomed into a multifaceted entity. Over the years, we have expanded our horizons, meticulously augmenting our portfolio to encompass research and social good applications, corporate support and solution deployment, start-ups and ventures, AI vertical partnerships, and contributions to national development through AI initiatives.
This transformation underscores our commitment to innovation and our dedication to making a meaningful impact in various spheres. Our relentless pursuit of excellence and our ability to adapt to the ever-changing landscape have enabled us to remain at the forefront of our industry. As we look to the future, we remain steadfast in our mission to drive positive change and foster progress across all the sectors we touch.
Learning and Community
Research and Social Good Applications
Corporate Support and Solution deployment
Start-ups & ventures, AI-Vertical Partnership and AI for National Development
Our Vision
Build a local Data Science/AI ecosystem in Nigeria to lead global outsourcing, aiming for 2-3% of the estimated global Artificial Intelligence GDP contribution of up to $15.7 trillion by 2030.
Our vision is to raise 1 million AI talents and build solutions that improve the quality of lives of 2 billion people in emerging markets.
Our Vision
To build a local Data Science and Artificial Intelligence ecosystem in Nigeria, positioning as a global leader in outsourcing. By 2030, we aim to capture 2-3% of the projected $15.7 trillion global AI GDP contribution.
To raise 1 million AI talents and build solutions that improve the quality of life for 2 billion people in emerging markets. By 2030, we aim to reach this target, enhancing lives and driving significant impact globally.
Our Objectives
To promote the use of big data and data science in addressing the business and social development issues of the emerging markets.
To promote the use of data science, AI and advanced analytics methodologies in research writing.
To promote valid international opportunities like scholarships, training, and internships in data science.
To build a data science ecosystem where users, learners, service providers, and software or platform providers can share mutually beneficial knowledge necessary for the development of the industry.
To build a network of community partner hubs to facilitate young entrepreneurs and startups in accessing global projects and building rewarding careers in data science.
To promote big data education and research through strategic partnerships with world-class institutions, knowledge bodies, and groups that share and use best practices.
To create strategic platforms for knowledge and best practice sharing amongst all users, irrespective of learning level or position.
Our Objectives
Promote the big data and data science approach in solving emerging markets business and social developmental problems.
Promote big data education and research through strategic partnerships with world-class institutions and knowledge and best practice sharing groups.
Promote international opportunities in data science scholarships, training and internship.
Build a data science ecosystem where users, learners, service providers and software/platform providers can share mutually beneficial knowledge necessary for the development of the industry.
Build a network of community partner hubs to facilitate young entrepreneurs and startups in accessing global projects and building rewarding careers in data science
Promote the use of data science and advanced analytics methodologies in research writing.
Create strategic platforms for knowledge and best practice sharing amongst beginners, enthusiasts, professionals, executives, business leaders and operational experts in data science.
Core Values
Excellence
Selflessness
Can-Do
Impact
Leadership
Innovation
Integrity
DSN Major Timeline
Our Timeline
- Held the first Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp – now in its 8th edition.
- Launched Global Mentorship and capacity-building initiative.
- Executed first consulting task on nationwide data collection
- 1st ever InterCampus Machine Learning competition for 95 Nigerian universities and polytechnics
- Artificial Intelligence for Kids Summer School
- 1st of its kind Knowledge Box of 17,000 AI videos
- 1st Artificial Intelligence Hub in Nigeria
- 1st Artificial Intelligence Masterclass for Top Executives and Business Leaders
- 1 million+ direct download of our Artificial Intelligence for Starter free ebook
- Kicked of Pan-Nigeria Data Collection solution
- Won 2nd Best Academic Poster at Deep Learning Indaba
- Pan Nigerian AI Knowledge sharing via FREE Introduction to Machine Learning classes in 30 cities
- 1st AI book for primary and secondary school
- Showcase of work at AAAI, New York 2020 and AI Expo Tunisia
- Won Maathai Impact Award at Deep Learning Indaba
- Released CVRanker as a product
- Developed home-build geospatial AI suites for social good
- Only African Finalist at the XPrize COVID19 Algorithms Challenge
- Won Best Poster at EC, 2020
- Moved into EdTech through Learn At Home project to train 1 million young Nigerian primary and secondary students powered by Mastercard Foundation
- Pioneered AI-powered Adaptive learning with Feature phones
- Pioneered first-of-its kind Mobile Learning Kiosk
- Launched the First AI Research and Lab Centre in Yaba, Lagos
- DSN was listed in the DataDotOrg Global Report on Data Talent for Social Impact.
- DSN had 5 Products Selected in the Global Top 100 AI Products by UNESCO IRCAI in 2021 & 2022
- NeurIPS Conference Participation and Accepted Paper 2022
- Won IndabaX conference best poster
- DSNai became operational in 3 countries – Nigeria, UK and Dubai
- Pioneered the Responsible AI Dashboard In partnership with Microsoft
- Won the competitive global grand challenges grant
- Won the 2023 AOT Awards in the AI/ML category
- NeurIPS Conference Participation and Accepted Paper 2023
- Won the Nigeria AI Research Grant 2023