Data Science Africa (DSA) is proud to partner in delivering the Google DeepMind AI Research Foundations curriculum as part of our strategic commitment to strengthening AI capacity across the continent.

As we plan to host you at Makerere University, Kampala, from July 20th to 24th, 2026, for DSA 2026, we want to ensure your journey to  Uganda is as smooth as possible. Below you will find essential information regarding visas, health requirements, flights, and accommodation.

Welcome to the DSA 2026 Summer School Schedule, your guide to days of immersive learning, collaboration, and innovation at Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda, from 20–24 July 2026. The programme brings together leading researchers, industry experts, and practitioners to deliver a blend of keynote addresses, plenary sessions, and hands-on parallel tracks covering today's most impactful areas of data science and artificial intelligence. Participants will explore topics ranging from Python for Data Science and Machine Learning Fundamentals to Generative AI, Large Language Models, Agentic AI, AI on the Edge, African Language Technologies, Responsible AI, and real-world AI applications, while engaging in networking opportunities and knowledge exchange with peers from across Africa and beyond.

Welcome to the DSA 2026 Workshop Schedule, where cutting-edge research meets practical innovation in data science and artificial intelligence. Held at Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda, the two-day workshop brings together researchers, practitioners, industry leaders, and innovators to present original research, exchange ideas, and discuss emerging technologies shaping Africa's AI landscape. The programme features keynote presentations, technical paper sessions, poster presentations, and interactive discussions spanning foundational data science, Generative AI, African language technologies, responsible AI, cybersecurity, data governance, and impactful applications across healthcare, agriculture, education, finance, climate, and beyond. Explore the full schedule below and plan your participation in an engaging forum dedicated to advancing data-driven solutions for Africa.