
Meet the innovators of African language AI
GSMA, Awarri, Lelapa AI, Mozisha, Masakhane, Pawa AI and Zindi – together in one room at DLI 2026. This is it!
Umoja means unity. Across Africa, more than 2,000 languages are spoken, yet AI understands only a fraction. ATLAS Umoja AI is an open platform bringing together governments, industry, researchers and innovators to build the benchmarks, models and communities needed for African language AI. This is your chance to here from the founding partners and your opportunity to participate in the program.
This only happens once a year, and spaces are limited. Reserve your spot below .
Details
- Date: Tuesday 4 August 2026
- Time: 19:15 – 20:45
- Location: Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos
- Format: Panel session then drinks, canapés and networking
- Cost: Free
Who’s in the Room
Our speakers include the brightest and most advanced AI Languges leaders in Africa:
- Eniola Edun – Co-founder and Chief Operating Office, Awarri
- Vukosi Marivate – Co-Founder, Lelapa AI
- Winnie Mangeni – Founder and Chief Operator, Pawa AI
- Paul Kennedy – Chief of Staff, Zindi
- Robert Selemani – AI Platforms, Cassava AI
- Kenechukwu Ikebuaku – Founder and CEO, Mozisha (remote)
- Kanwulia Okafor – Director of Industry Services, GSMA Africa