Hamed Alemohammad

Hamed Alemohammad from the Radiant Earth Foundation and Joyce Nabende from the Makerere AI Lab dive into the transformative role of AI in Africa. They explore how machine learning is utilized for earth observation, focusing on crop identification and monitoring deforestation. The duo highlights the challenges of managing satellite imagery and the importance of accessible, standardized datasets. They emphasize the collaborative efforts to empower local communities through data-driven approaches, aiming for sustainable development across the continent.