Welcome to the AI4EAC Innovation Challenge Finance stream. This stream is aimed at Beginners to AI and machine learning; there is no prior knowledge needed.
We recommend that everyone starts with one of the foundational AI courses offered by Microsoft, Oracle or IBM SkillsBuild. After that, we have provided a selection of webinars and courses offered by our incredible network of partners, as well as practice challenges to help you build your skills in AI for Finance and work towards the final challenge, an AI Finance Challenge hosted on Zindi on 28-29 March.
Please explore the content available to you on this page - note that webinars are live events, while courses are always available. Practice Challenges and office hours will become available later in the Programme. There are no course requirements for participation in this programme - the content is freely available to all. Certificates will be awarded at the end of the programme based on your level of participation.
Courses
Design Thinking
Provider: HP
Discover basic design thinking concepts to identify, define, explore, generate, and test ideas to solve difficult customer problems.
Finding funding
Provider: HP
Explore funding sources for your business, identify which are the best match for your needs, and learn what to consider before you apply for business funding.
Getting Started with Generative AI
Provider: IBM SkillsBuild
Provide foundational concepts of generative artificial intelligence, with a focus on how machines create text, images, and other content.
Python programming basics
Provider: Huawei
Explore the history, features, and application fields of the Python language. The trainees can learn the basic syntax and advanced usage of Python and learn the modules frequently used in Python programming, such as pandas, scipy, and Scikit-learn.
What to know to get started with Zindi Challenges
Provider: Zindi
Learn how to get started with participating in Zindi Challenges.
AI in Healthcare: Improving Care and Efficiency
Provider: IBM SkillsBuild
Explore benefits and key challenges of using AI in healthcare
Algorithm and Program Design
Provider: Huawei
Explore uses cases to explain common algorithms and highlight the core position and guiding role of algorithms in solving actual problems.
Artificial Intelligence for Development
Provider: Atingi - GIZ
Explore what artificial intelligence means, how it works, and how it is helping drive innovative solutions for achieving the SDGs.
