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February 7, 2022
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Introducing the Luminate Fellowship Program

Reading Time: < 1 minute Luminate Data Science Initiative Africa is excited to announce the launch of our upcoming fellowship program, aimed at empowering the next generation of Data Science Leaders across Africa. With a focus on strong Leadership Skills, the program shall enhance the participants skills in African Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, data analysis, visualization, and machine learning among others. Our fellowship program provides a unique opportunity for individuals to develop their data science expertise and become change-makers on the African continent in their respective fields. The Luminate Fellowship Program will offer fellows a chance to gain hands-on experience working on real-world data science projects with our industry partners, access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, and mentorship from experienced data science professionals. Fellows will also have the opportunity to participate in exclusive events, workshops, trips  and seminars to further enhance their knowledge and skills. Through this program, we aim to address the current shortage of skilled data scientists across the continent and support the growth of data-driven innovation in Africa. By investing in the development of data science talent, we believe we can unlock the potential for data-driven solutions to address some of the most pressing challenges facing our communities. The Luminate Fellowship Program is open to individuals with a passion for data science and a desire to make a positive impact in Africa. We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences, including those from traditionally underrepresented groups. Applications for the Luminate Fellowship Program will open soon, so stay tuned for more information on how to apply and join us in empowering Africa’s data science leaders. Together, we can create a brighter, data-driven future for Africa.

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February 7, 2022
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Free Online Courses to boost Digital Literacy & Data Skills

Reading Time: 1 minute Luminate Data Science Initiative Africa seeks to be a leading organization in promoting data science and technology in Africa, and has set to launch a series of free online courses aimed at improving digital literacy and data skills on its platform, learn.luminatedatascience.org. The courses cover a wide range of topics, from basic digital literacy to advanced data science techniques and beyond. Some of the courses that have already been uploaded include “Information Security Fundamentals” and “Introduction to Python Programming”. “We’re excited to offer these FREE courses to our community members and the wider public,” says Emmanuel Isabirye, Co-founder of Luminate Data Science Initiative Africa. “We believe that digital literacy and data skills are essential for success in today’s world, and we want to make sure that everyone has access to quality education in these areas.” “We believe that education is the key to unlocking a brighter future for Africa, and we’re proud to be a part of that.” The courses are designed to be engaging, practical, and accessible to learners of all levels. They are taught by experienced instructors who are experts in their fields and have a passion for teaching. “We want our learners to not only gain new skills but also enjoy the learning process,” says Kubona Martin, Co-founder and Director of Learning at Luminate Data Science Initiative Africa. “We believe that learning should be fun and inspiring, and our courses reflect that.” The courses are available on learn.luminatedatascience.org with most starting in May. Learners can sign up for individual courses or enroll in a comprehensive program to earn a certificate in digital literacy courses such Introduction to Information Technology, Computing, Programming or data science among others. “We encourage everyone, from beginners to experts, to check out our courses and join our community of learners,” says Emmanuel Isabirye.

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