The Union for African Population Studies (UAPS) in collaboration with the Population & Social Development Institute (PSDI) and the East African Statistics Institute (EASI) is organizing an 18-part webinar series which seeks to build foundational and emerging data science skills among students, researchers, development partners, and policymakers.

Our goal is to foster a sustainable pipeline of AI-literate statistical professionals who can drive the continent’s data and digital transformation.

 

Webinar 1: Data Collection in the AI Era

Join us as we explore:

  • Traditional vs. AI-assisted data collection approaches
  • Real-world use cases: NLP for survey cleaning and quality control; Satellite imagery + ground truth data for poverty mapping; AI applications in population data systems
  • Ethical considerations and responsible AI deployment

What You’ll Gain:

A practical foundation on what “AI-assisted data collection” truly means for Africa’s data future moving beyond hype to actionable knowledge that can be applied in your work today.

 

Who Should Attend:

  • Students and early career researchers
  • Statistical professionals and data scientists
  • Development practitioners and policymakers
  • Anyone passionate about Africa’s digital transformation

 

Webinar Details

Date: Oct 31, 2025

Time: 15:00 UTC

Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_SSpvvC-IT–m5DxpLsZqOg

This is more than a webinar series. It’s an investment in Africa’s statistical capacity and data sovereignty.

Together, we’re building the skills and networks needed to harness AI for evidence-based decision-making that serves our continent’s development priorities.