When the world wonders where the next wave of talent will rise, Africa’s youth already hold the answer.

Our Founder, Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi will be joining other experts in the official release of the new podcast video titled "Africa, Which Way Employment? – Jobs and Opportunity for the World’s Future Youth" to explore how technology is reshaping work and opening fresh paths for young people across the continent.

This session looks at the panel theme Technology and the Future of Work: Opportunities for African Youth, highlighting the skills, tools, and mindsets needed to thrive in a fast-changing digital world.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025
Time: 4:30pm to 6:00pm
Venue: Oxford Martin School Lecture Theatre, 34 Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BD, UK

A clear, insightful conversation on the future of work and Africa’s role in it.

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Wrapping Up the DSN x DataCamp Series

Here’s the final feature in our DSN x DataCamp Testimonials Series, and we’re closing with another powerful story of growth made possible through this partnership.

Meet Benedict Ajanaku, whose learning journey on DataCamp has sharpened his data analytics skills and strengthened his confidence in applying analytical and AI techniques. Through practical lessons, structured courses, and hands on exercises, Benedict gained insights that pushed him forward in his learning path.

For him, DataCamp has been a practical companion that turned complex ideas into useful skills he can apply in real projects.

We’re proud to close this series with Benedict’s story and grateful to DataCamp for empowering so many learners across our community. The impact is real, and the journey continues.

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What does Artificial Intelligence really mean for the retail sector, especially the informal economy that drives so much of Africa’s trade?

The new book Scaling Smart: AI, Retail & Imminent Disruption launched at the Africa Retail Congress 2025 last weekend, dives deep into this question, showing how data and AI can unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs and reshape the future of commerce.

We’re proud that our founder, Dr. Olubayo Adekanmbi, is one of the contributors to this thought-provoking work.

One chapter that stands out is “AI Blindspots: What African Shoppers Know That the Algorithm May Not.” It offers a powerful perspective on the human and cultural layers that technology often overlooks—a must-read for anyone serious about understanding the future of retail in Africa.

Copies are available through Lagos Business School.

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Over the weekend, Data Science Nigeria joined inspiring minds at the Uzemi Leadership Summit 3.0 as a Gold Sponsor, reaffirming our role in Nigeria’s AI ecosystem by driving literacy, leadership, and innovation for women nationwide.

Our Technical Lead, Chimaoge Esotu, and Data Analyst, Omotowa Oluwatobi Shalom, represented us at the event, sharing our mission to build AI capacity across the country. They introduced participants to our Ladies in AI community and showcased our AI-powered Family Planning Chatbot, a multilingual tool designed to make family planning information more accessible to all.

We also spotlighted the National AI Hackathon, launched with the Nigeria AI Collective, which empowers innovators to develop AI solutions transforming the healthcare sector.

At Data Science Nigeria, we believe every woman deserves a voice and a seat at the table in technology, and we are committed to making that vision a reality.

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The DSN x DataCamp Learning Journey Continues

We’re excited to share the fourth edition of our DSN x DataCamp Testimonials Series, highlighting another inspiring story of growth and transformation made possible through this partnership.

Meet Blessing Agboola, whose learning journey on DataCamp has strengthened his understanding of data science and data analytics. With access to over 500 learning resources, interactive courses, and real-world projects, Blessing has been able to build his technical competence and learn at his own pace.

He describes the structured learning paths as both motivating and practical, helping him stay consistent and confident in applying what he learned to real situations.

For Blessing, DataCamp has been more than a learning platform; it has been a vital tool for personal growth, skill development, and career advancement.

We celebrate Blessing’s progress and remain grateful to DataCamp for empowering more learners across our community.

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Empowering the Next Generation through DeepTech Learning

The DeepTech_Ready Programme stands out as one of the flagship initiatives featured in DSN’s 2024/2025 Annual Report.

Delivered in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria under the 3MTT Initiative, and supported by Google, the programme is equipping 20,000 young Nigerians with advanced technical skills in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and emerging technologies.

Now in its second cohort, the initiative exemplifies DSN’s commitment to building sustainable national capacity and promoting inclusive digital transformation.

Read the full story in our Annual Report → https://datasciencenigeria.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Annual-Report-2025.pdf

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What if Africa is flaring its most valuable resource, not oil but language data?

That’s the powerful question Dr Ife Adebara, our Chief Technical Officer, raises in her new policy brief for the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI).

The brief examines the issue of language data flaring and its impact on Africa’s digital future. It calls for stronger policies that embed African languages in national digital plans, fund documentation efforts, and drive inclusive AI development.

It’s a must-read for policymakers, innovators, and anyone who believes AI should understand and represent every African language.

Read here: https://www.cigionline.org/static/documents/no.216_Adebara.pdf

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Imagine this — studying abroad, earning a UK degree, and landing real work experience before you even graduate.

That’s exactly what the University of Sussex MSc Data Science offers, and thanks to the DSN partnership, you get a £4,000 tuition discount plus a guaranteed UK work placement.

This isn’t just another Master’s. It’s your launchpad into the global data space where you’ll learn hands-on with real datasets, sharpen your skills in AI and Machine Learning, and build a career that travels with you.

Join the January 2026 cohort and take the next big step in your data journey.

Apply here: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/courses/data-science-msc/2025

DSN x University of Sussex empowering Africa’s data talents to thrive globally.

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The DSN x DataCamp Journey Continues

Our partnership with DataCamp keeps opening new doors for learners in our community—helping them move from curiosity to competence in data science and beyond.

In this second spotlight of our testimonial series, we feature Tejumola Asanloko, whose learning journey has been both enriching and transformative. Through the Machine Learning courses on the DataCamp platform, Tejumola gained a deeper understanding of key concepts and the confidence to apply data-driven solutions to real-world challenges.

He describes the experience as “incredibly insightful and impactful", highlighting how the platform’s interactive lessons and hands-on projects made complex ideas easier to grasp.

This partnership continues to empower learners like Tejumola to learn, grow, and advance their careers in data science—one course at a time.

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8 Days to Go — and the Countdown Is On!

#WorldGISDay is fast approaching, and the DSN Map Challenge is already bringing Africa’s brightest geospatial storytellers together.

This is more than a competition; it is a platform to turn data into narratives that inform, inspire, and transform. Whether you are mapping climate change, mobility, or education, your map has the power to shift perspectives.

- Win DSN-branded prizes and an ArcGIS Pro license.
- Earn a Certificate of Participation.
- Be spotlighted as one of Africa’s next-generation GIS innovators.

Every map tells a story. Let yours reshape the way the world sees data.
Join now → bit.ly/DSNMapChallenge2025

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