NAIROBI, Kenya, July 23 – Data annotation company Sama has partnered with the University of Nairobi in a pact aiming at advancing the generative AI (GenAI) industry in Kenya.
The collaboration will provide part-time employment opportunities for UoN faculty and students, offering them valuable exposure to the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.
The partnership will see Sama equipping students with the necessary training, equipment, materials, and workspaces to facilitate their involvement in the GenAI environment.
UoN Vice Chancellor Prof. Stephen Kiama emphasized the significance of this collaboration as an opportunity to bolster student’s’ experience in technology.
“Our partnership with Sama presents a significant step forward for students and faculty, providing a unique platform for students to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting, enhancing their learning and experience, and better preparing them for the demands of the AI industry,” he said.
On her part, Sema’s Vice President of Global Service Delivery Annepeace Alwala expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating that it will have far reaching effects on Kenya’s technological growth.
”This partnership underscores our commitment to driving innovation and creating opportunities for the youth to excel in the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence,” she said.
The partnership coincides with UoN’s plans to establish an artificial intelligence school, aiming to create a skilled workforce for the future.
