2026 Organisers
Meet the Organisers of Deep Learning Indaba 2026
The Deep Learning Indaba 2026 is made possible by a dedicated team of organisers and community leaders from across Africa and beyond. Their collective efforts help bring this year’s gathering to life, creating a space for learning, collaboration, and community as we continue to grow the African AI ecosystem.
Our 2026 General Chairs
The Captains steering the ship to Nigeria!
Aisha Alaagib
Thakaa
Albert Njoroge Kahira
AstraZeneca
Chinazo Anebelundu
Data Science Nigeria
Committees and Their Roles
The Deep Learning Indaba 2026 is meticulously organised by various committees, each with a unique focus. From Sponsorship to Programme, Communication to Travel, each committee plays a crucial role in ensuring the event’s success. These teams work tirelessly to bring together experts, facilitate engaging sessions, and create an inclusive environment for all attendees.
2026 Organising Committee
Sponsorship
– James Allingham ( Chair )
– Eugene Saint-Grégoire
– Ibrahim Gana
– Amine Rannen-Triki
– Mayra Hartmann
Advisor: Emily Muller
Programme
– Tejumade Afonja ( Chair)
– Pierrete Mahoro Mastel (Speakers Engagement)
– Deborah Dormah Kanubala (Speakers Engagement)
– Gilles Hacheme (Mentorship & Networking)
– Jean-Eudes Gbodjo (Mentorship & Networking)
– Annie Qurat Ul Ain (Tutorials & Practicals)
– Joscha Cüppers (Tutorials & Practicals)
– Raesetje Sefala (Workshops)
– Chris Emezue (Workshops)
– Daphne Machangara (Research in Africa Days)
– Volviane Saphir Mfogo (Research in Africa Days)
– Samuel Oladejo (Research in Africa Days)
Advisors:
– Kira Düsterwald (Speakers Engagement)
– Aya Salama (Mentorship & Networking)
– Elizaveta Semenova (Tutorials & Practicals)
– Yasser Bouchareb (Workshops)
– Lesego Makhafola (Research in Africa Days)
Communication
– Aldrin Ngorima ( Chair )
– Refiloe Shabe
– Marie-Celeste Bagniakana
– Munira Omer
– Ukachi Ezembey
Advisors:
– Rim Allouche
– Avishkar Bhoopchand
Trustees
– Shakir Mohamed ( Chair )
– Ulrich Paquet
– Kathleen Siminyu
– Emily Muller
– Bruno Ssekiwere
Application
– Foutse Yuehgoh ( Chair )
– Aworinde Halleluyah
– Nejmeddine Etteyeb
– Marianne ABEMGNIGNI
Travel
– Jeremiah Fadugba ( Chair )
– Elizabeth Benson
– Ahmed Olanrewaju
Publication
– Hatem Haddad ( Chair )
– Georgina Curto Rex
– Girmaw Abebe
– Atnafu Lambebo
– Bunmi Akinremi
Awards
– Sekou Remy ( Chair )
Faculty
– Antony Ndolo ( Chair )
– Naira Abdou Mohamed
– Abiodun Adeyinka Oluwabusayo
– Frank Dignum
– Nabil Badri
Community Engagement
– Naomi Wamba ( Chair )
– Robert Selemani
– Jesuyanmife Egbewale
Indaba Operations Committee
– Avishkar Bhoopchand ( Chair )
– Aya Salama
– Bruno Ssekiwere
– Emily Muller
– Rim Allouche