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The Deep Learning Indaba (DLI) is the annual gathering of Africa\u2019s machine learning (ML) and AI community, a celebration of learning, research, and collaboration dedicated to strengthening African AI. The 2026 Deep Learning Indaba will take place in Nigeria in August (exact location and dates will be announced soon). The Deep Learning Indaba (DLI) is the annual gathering of Africa\u2019s machine learning (ML) and AI community, a celebration of learning, research, and collaboration dedicated to strengthening African AI. The 2026 Deep Learning Indaba will take place in Nigeria in August.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Call to Action” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” parallax=”on” custom_padding=”0px||0px|||” locked=”off” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”6vw||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”0vw||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”0vw||||false|false” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This year, we\u2019re expanding what that space can be. 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We are expanding beyond the traditional \u201cworkshop\u201d structure. We invite proposals for a range of session formats designed to accommodate different types of content, audiences, and modes of engagement. 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_builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”212b201d-2c34-41bd-936c-851b7357d08b” header_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_font_size=”18px” header_line_height=”1.4em” body_font=”Source Sans Pro|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” body_text_color=”gcid-body-color” body_font_size=”16px” body_line_height=”1.75em” body_link_text_color=”gcid-primary-color” body_link_font_size=”14px” background_mask_style=”arch” image_icon_custom_margin=”||||false|false” image_icon_custom_padding=”||||false|false” animation=”off” header_font_size_tablet=”15px” header_font_size_phone=”13px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” body_font_size_tablet=”15px” body_font_size_phone=”14px” body_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” border_radii_image=”on|6px|6px|6px|6px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-heading-color%22:%91%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-body-color%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n Panel discussions, debates, community round tables, fishbowl dialogues, breakout-style discussions, or unconference-style sessions that encourage multi-perspective exchange across disciplines (e.g., researchers, policymakers, practitioners, advocates).<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”6ee989c6-ce83-4f88-8565-5aa92b2b8c6a” custom_padding=”80px|30px|30px|30px|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|30px|30px|30px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|desktop” 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global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-heading-color%22:%91%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22,%22header_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-body-color%22:%91%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22,%22body_text_color%22%93,%22gcid-primary-color%22:%91%22icon_color%22%93}”]<\/p>\n Sessions designed to showcase projects, tools, datasets, artistic exhibitions, or interactive demos. 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For example, if you are working on topics such as AI-assisted surveillance and its impact on communities, and you previously felt that the Indaba was not a space for that kind of work, this is an invitation. If your work sits at the intersection of AI, society, policy, culture, or lived experience, and does not neatly fit into a standard \u201cworkshop\u201d format, we encourage you to propose a session and share it with the community.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”1px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Session Duration” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”c33f07d9-41e0-421a-8799-5799df695cce” title_level=”h2″ title_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” title_font_size=”50px” title_line_height=”1.2em” title_font_size_tablet=”28px” title_font_size_phone=”20px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text quote_border_color=”gcid-secondary-color” _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”2c55a9c4-feed-423b-9edb-ae0b5b365cac” text_font=”Source Sans Pro|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” text_text_color=”gcid-body-color” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.75em” link_font=”|Source Sans Pro_weight|||||||” link_text_color=”gcid-primary-color” quote_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” quote_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_font_size=”72px” header_line_height=”1.15em” header_2_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_2_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_3_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_3_font_size=”32px” header_3_line_height=”1.3em” header_4_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_4_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_4_font_size=”24px” header_4_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_5_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_5_font_size=”18px” header_5_line_height=”1.4em” header_6_font=”Playfair Display|Playfair Display_weight|||||||” header_6_text_color=”gcid-heading-color” header_6_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”15px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_font_size_tablet=”40px” header_font_size_phone=”24px” header_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_2_font_size_tablet=”28px” header_2_font_size_phone=”20px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_3_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_3_font_size_phone=”17px” header_3_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_4_font_size_tablet=”18px” header_4_font_size_phone=”15px” header_4_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” header_5_font_size_tablet=”15px” header_5_font_size_phone=”14px” header_5_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” header_6_font_size_tablet=”13px” header_6_font_size_phone=”13px” header_6_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n While the types and formats of sessions we invite are intentionally open, we do place clear limits on how long sessions can be. 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In the spirit of transparency, we outline below the key factors that will guide how proposals will be generally reviewed.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_toggle title=”Relevance to Indaba themes” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Question being asked:<\/span> The theme of Deep Learning Indaba 2026 is \u201c<\/span>Sovereign Intelligence: Africa\u2019s Path in a Frontier AI World<\/span><\/i>\u201d. What does this mean to you? How does your session fit \u2014 directly or indirectly \u2014 with the theme? 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While you may be tempted to propose a standard half-day workshop, we encourage you to dig deeper and explore more innovative approaches.<\/span><\/p>\n Question being asked:<\/span> Reviewers assess:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Appropriateness of audience Question being asked:<\/span> Reviewers look for:<\/span><\/p>\n Proposals that are framed as being \u201cfor everyone\u201d without clear audience definition are likely to score poorly here. 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We encourage organisers to think about how to actively involve participants.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Clarity and structure of the proposal” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This is very important, as it signals that organisers have thought through the actual implementation of their session.<\/span><\/p>\n Question being asked:<\/span> Reviewers assess:<\/span><\/p>\n It is okay if some details are still work in progress \u2014 what matters is that the proposal demonstrates thoughtful planning.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Experience of the organising team” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Organiser experience plays a significant role in how proposals are assessed.<\/span><\/p>\n Question being asked:<\/span> Reviewers evaluate:<\/span><\/p>\n We encourage proposals to have more than one organiser (even for shorter sessions), as this reduces the risk of sessions not running due to last-minute issues (e.g. an organiser not being able to attend the Indaba physically for unprecedented reasons).<\/span> More broadly, organiser distribution and redundancy are considered as proxies for execution reliability.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Diversity of organisers and speakers” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Question being asked:<\/span> Reviewers assess diversity across:<\/span><\/p>\n Diversity and inclusion are considered across both organisers and speakers.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Feasibility and logistics” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Question being asked:<\/span> Reviewers look for:<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||5px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”FAQs & Other Information” _builder_version=”4.24.3″ _module_preset=”c33f07d9-41e0-421a-8799-5799df695cce” title_level=”h2″ title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”50px” title_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”4px||10px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”28px” title_font_size_phone=”20px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_toggle title=”Information Session” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n An information session for everyone applying will be held on <\/span>26th February 2026. <\/span>This session will provide an overview of the call, explain the different session formats, and offer an opportunity to ask questions. Register for the information session here: <\/span>https:\/\/us02web.zoom.us\/meeting\/register\/Ug20ORMXQWq76rULn1wsvQ<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”Registration, Funding, and Ticket Allocation” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Details regarding registration, funding, and ticket allocation for organisers and speakers will be shared after acceptance notifications. Please note that acceptance of a proposal does not automatically imply travel or accommodation funding. Additionally, we strongly encourage organizing team members to also apply for tickets through the Deep Learning Indaba application, as this can maximize chances of securing tickets for all team members.<\/span><\/p>\n Please note for first-time attendees or organisers: the Deep Learning Indaba operates on an allocation and ticketing system, not a simple \u201cregister\u201d or \u201cpayment\u201d model typical of many conferences. Learn more about the Indaba here: <\/span>https:\/\/deeplearningindaba.com\/2026\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”What should I expect after my proposal has been accepted?” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Once your proposal has been accepted, here is an overview of what will be expected of your organizing team:<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”I am new to this concept of different session formats” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Not to worry. We will help you. Here are examples we suggest you look at \u2013 these are places that have diversified engagement modes with unconventional, community-driven session formats. Taking a look at their different formats and what they did could get your creative juices flowing<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
<\/b>These may also include keynote-style talks, lightning talks, or curated talks focused on specific themes such as funding opportunities, research pathways, lab overviews, or topics targeting students or underrepresented communities.<\/span><\/p>\nThe formats above are not exhaustive. Proposals are welcome to suggest other formats, provided they clearly describe the structure and goals of the session.<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/span>How well does the proposal align with the Deep Learning Indaba theme?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span>Does the session introduce something meaningfully new?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
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<\/span>Is the content well matched to the intended audience?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
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<\/span>Why does this matter beyond the event itself?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span> Is the chosen format intentional and well justified?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span>Will participants actively engage, or mostly listen?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span> Can reviewers clearly understand what will happen?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span> Can this team realistically deliver the proposed session?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span> Whose voices are represented?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
<\/span> Is the proposed session realistically executable?<\/b><\/p>\n\n
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