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Latest events, announcements, and highlights from ARIFA's work across Africa — all in one place.
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ARIFA AI Breakfast Sessions is a series of regional dialogue forums designed to advance practical AI adoption and informed policy engagement across Africa.
ARIFA AI Marathon 2026, is an inclusive innovation event designed to bring together diverse talents to rapidly design AI-driven solutions for pressing societal challenges.
Join 1,000+ leaders, researchers, and innovators at the International Conference on AI & the Future of Work (ICAFoW), exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming industries, economies, and societies across Africa.
RIFA participated in the Connected Africa Summit 2026 held in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together policymakers, technology leaders, innovators, and industry stakeholders to advance Africa’s digital transformation agenda.
A hands-on robotics competition bringing together young innovators to design AI-powered solutions for real-world challenges.
ARIFA delivered a high-impact lecture at the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) focusing on “The Use and Role of AI in Academic Research: How AI is Revolutionising Research in 2026 – From Discovery to Publication.
ARIFA successfully delivered a high-impact capacity building program for the Zanzibar Health Services Fund (ZHSF) focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Advanced Java (Spring Boot).
ARIFA and the Tunisian Association of Renewable Energies (ATER) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in Artificial Intelligence, renewable energy innovation, and sustainable development across Africa.
ARIFA and Strathmore Global Institute – Tanzania (SGI-Tanzania) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in Artificial Intelligence, business leadership, innovation, and digital transformation across Africa.
ARIFA successfully hosted the 1st ARIFA Leadership Breakfast Forum under the theme “Fueling Africa’s AI Future: From Hype to Real ROI.” The forum brought together leaders, innovators, policymakers, and decision-makers to explore how Artificial Intelligence can move beyond buzzwords into measurable economic and organizational impact.
ARIFA launched its Distinguished Lecture Series, a platform designed to promote global thought leadership, knowledge exchange, and innovation in Artificial Intelligence. The inaugural online session focused on AI-driven Cognitive Cyber Factories and the future of industrial transformation in the digital era.
ARIFA participated in the HR Breakfast Meeting organized by Strathmore Global Institute: Tanzania (SGI-Tanzania), focusing on the role of Artificial Intelligence in transforming Human Resource management.
ARIFA participated as a sponsor in the Fintech Society of Tanzania Annual Conference 2026, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss emerging trends and challenges in the digital financial ecosystem.
ARIFA participated in high-level engagements in New Delhi, India, including the Africa AI Village at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 and the South–South Cooperation Dialogue.
ARIFA successfully organized a Digital Marketing Training for staff of Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation (TTCL), aimed at strengthening practical skills in digital engagement and online brand management.
ARIFA formally executed a Memorandum of Understanding with ElSewedy University of Technology – Polytechnic of Egypt (SU TECH) during a high-level ceremony held in Cairo, Egypt.
ARIFA had the distinct honor of engaging with the leadership of Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School (MJNLS), including the Principal and senior academic leadership, to explore strategic avenues for collaboration.
ARIFA delivered an intensive training on AI for HR Professionals for officials from the Ministry of Finance in Arusha, Tanzania.
ARIFA proudly hosted the International Conference on AI and the Future of Work (ICAFoW 2025) at Aura Suites Hotel in Dar es Salaam, marking a major milestone for Africa’s AI ecosystem.
ARIFA proudly participated in the inaugural Tanzania AI Forum 2025, hosted by the ICT Commission.
ARIFA and Clouds Media Group (CMG) have officially signed a landmark MoU to drive transformative AI adoption across Tanzania and Africa.
ARIFA together with GIZ hosted a strategic session titled “AI Readiness in Africa in a Shifting Geopolitical Landscape.
ARIFA was proud to sponsor the Fintech Festival Tanzania 2025, at JNICC. Our Executive Director, also President of the Fintech Society of Tanzania, delivered a powerful keynote and participated in a high-impact interview on AI's transformative role in fintech.
ARIFA hosted a thought-provoking webinar on Data Protection and Responsible AI Use, aimed at raising awareness on how organizations can safeguard personal data while maximizing the value of AI. The session featured expert insights on ethical data practices, regulatory compliance, and responsible AI deployment across sectors.
ARIFA organized a practical and insightful webinar titled "Keeping Up with AI Research Papers," delivered by our Research Assistant, Mr. Edson Stanley. The session provided participants with effective strategies for discovering, reading, and staying up to date with the rapidly evolving world of AI research.
ARIFA's Director, Mr. Deo Bubelwa, was featured on Mtawala Radio in an insightful interview exploring AI and the Future of Work.
ARIFA’s Director of Partnerships & Engagement, Japhet Ntongani, and Senior Research Associate, Aaron J. Ford, conducted a specialized AI training session for the Tanzania Music Federation under BASATA.
ARIFA held a strategic engagement with BASATA to explore the role of AI in advancing the creative sector.
ARIFA proudly sponsored Ujuzi Day at Josephian Schools Mbezi Beach, where our Executive Director delivered an inspiring keynote on ICT Education for Children and Youth.
ARIFA is excited to invite you to a groundbreaking webinar titled "Decoding DeepSeek – R1: What it Means for Africa.
ARIFA held a strategic meeting with the management of AURA Suites Hotel to explore potential business synergies. The discussion focused on opportunities for collaboration in hosting future innovation events, trainings, and AI-driven hospitality solutions.
ARIFA proudly organized an engaging session on Building Efficient ML Pipelines: Insights from Machine Learning Pipeline Systems with TinyML.
ARIFA proudly organized a knowledge-packed session on Designing Machine Learning Systems: An Iterative Process for Production-Ready Applications, based on the renowned O’Reilly publication.
The ARIFA team proudly participated in the AI for Good Summit. This global event convened thought leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore how AI can be harnessed to address the world's most pressing challenges. ARIFA engaged in key discussions on ethical AI, digital inclusion, and sustainable development.
ARIFA signed a landmark Partnership Agreement with the ICT Commission of Tanzania. This strategic collaboration aims to accelerate AI adoption, research, and innovation across the country, setting the foundation for joint initiatives in policy development and capacity building.
ARIFA proudly participated in the AI for Leaders Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya, organized by the AI Centre of Excellence Africa (AICE).
ARIFA participated in COSAA 2023 and the AI for Leaders Summit, presenting a research paper on "The Role of Data in AI Innovation and Research." The conference provided a valuable platform to share insights and strengthen regional collaboration in advancing AI across Africa.
ARIFA organized a thought-provoking webinar led by our Director of Research & Innovation, Prof. Benedictor Nguchu, providing critical insights into the current state, challenges, and opportunities for AI adoption in the region's healthcare systems.
ARIFA was proud to sponsor this transformative event dedicated to grooming extraordinary speakers and empowering voices for impact. By supporting this initiative, ARIFA reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing talent and building leadership capacity.
ARIFA signed an MoU with the Rice Council of Tanzania (RCT), marking a strategic partnership to promote AI-driven solutions in agriculture to enhance productivity and sustainability in Tanzania's rice sector.
ARIFA successfully organized a dissemination workshop focused on developing a framework to unify healthcare stakeholders through structured, high-quality data sets to streamline referrals and support universal health coverage.
ARIFA organized a Basic ICT Training for PWDs, equipping participants with essential computer and digital literacy skills to access opportunities in education, employment, and entrepreneurship.
