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Deploying large language models (LLMs) on AWS can feel complex, but with thoughtful planning, it’s possible to achieve both efficiency and scalability. Based on Ishango.ai's experience, here are 5 practical tips to guide you in making informed decisions about your deployment. Let us know in the comments if these are helpful, and please share your tips 👇 👇 Naftali Indongo Shadrack Darku Mahamat Azibert Abdelwahab Zenas Awuku Chris Toumping Fotso Vincent Aduuna Frimpong Sharleen Muoki Cyrille Feudjio Opanin Adu Agyei Luel Hagos Beyene Nana Yaw Agyeman Stephen Adjignon Jan Ravnik Eunice Baguma Ball Oliver Angelil Chih-Chun Chen Cynthia Mbah Courage Seyram Wemegah

From an unexpected meeting in #Lagos earlier this year to a gathering of phenomenal humans in London, what started as a quiet wish and hope became a reality. BuildMorocco, in collaboration with LEGA.C Capital, brought together thought leaders and executives from diverse sectors at the iconic The Diamond Lab in London under the theme: "Leading the Future: Women Driving Technology and Sustainability." Guided by Sophia Barhmi, Founder of BuildMorocco, and Nela Duke Ekpenyong, Co-Founder of LEGA.C Capital, the event created a platform for honest dialogue, bold perspectives, and meaningful connections. Conversations explored how women leaders are driving innovation, pushing boundaries, and shaping sustainable growth. It was also a space to share personal journeys—both challenges and opportunities—and to reflect on how gender inspires #leadership in unique ways. This wasn’t just about what #technology and #sustainability are bringing to women—it was about what women are bringing to the world. Five incredible women shared their stories, shaping the path for the next generation: 🔹 Ingrid Dynna, CEO & Co-Founder, Norwegian Mycelium (NoMy): Transforming fungi into sustainable, locally produced proteins. 🔹 Jamie Amelia Patel and Ruby Patel, Co-Founders, The Diamond Lab: Creating lab-grown diamonds for a conflict-free future. 🔹 Eunice Baguma Ball, Founder, Ishango.ai: develops and deploys remote data science teams to provide cutting-edge AI & data solutions globally. 🔹 Niloufar Gharavi, Founder, ENFA - Euro Nordic Funding Alliance : Making public funding accessible to startups and SMEs. We can’t thank you enough for your incredible contributions. Special thanks to Tony Fadell from Build Collective for highlighting the importance of innovation & investing in green, future shaping technologies, to Huda Kattan & Mona Monica Kattan from Huda Beauty & KAYALI for inspiring women globally and never falling short in supporting others and to Alex Ikonn, from Intelligent Change for your authenticity. All your thoughtful, curated gifts added a lasting touch of inspiration and empowerment for our guests. "Leading the Future" marks the beginning of a global series of intimate gatherings bridging continents and creating safe spaces for visionary thinkers to share their views. Under our fund, Al Hurra, we aim to ensure the next little girl—whether in Morocco or anywhere in the world—has access to the opportunities we’ve been fortunate enough to have. This event was more than a conversation—it was a commitment to leveraging innovation, empowering women leaders, and advancing sustainability. A final thank you to all the team members who were the backbone of this event: Lindy L., Ryan Lee, Gladys Kavuma, Cameron Shorter and of course, Meriem Barhmi. And you, who was the woman in your life that has empowered you the most? Robert Schur Annie Schur Danielle Dodoo Temi Marcella June Angelides, MBE

Why Africa’s Talent is the Future of Tech Jobtech Alliance’s recent article by Chris Maclay, “Why We Need to Look Beyond Africa,” highlights Africa’s potential to shape the global tech landscape. It emphasizes on how innovative organizations are unlocking opportunities and creating inclusive ecosystems that empower Africa's youth to thrive on a global scale. We’re proud to see Ishango.ai mentioned for our efforts to build a more equitable AI ecosystem. Together with other brilliant organizations; iTalanta, CloudFactory, Hugo, Africa AI, Meaningful Gigs and Tana — we are proving that African talent is a driving force in the future of innovation. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eXhq68S3 Thanks to Jobtech Alliance for shining a light on these important conversations. #InclusiveAI #AfricaTechTalent #remotework

💡 AI Ethics: A Shared Responsibility As AI increasingly shapes decision-making, the ethical challenges in our field demand collective action. Issues like biased data, underrepresentation, and unintended consequences highlight the need for collaboration to build fair and transparent systems. Here’s a good read, “What Do We Do About the Biases in AI?” by James Manyika, Jake Silberg, and Brittany Presten that addresses how we can tackle bias in AI: https://lnkd.in/dh32i2M Let’s reflect: How are you ensuring ethical practices in your AI projects? Share your thoughts below👇 #AIethics #ResponsibleAI #TechForGood #DataScience #HarvardBusinessReview

Women in AI are paving the way for a more #inclusive and #ethical future in technology. Their contributions remind us of the power of diverse perspectives in shaping the future of AI. Celebrating these leaders who drive change is essential; that’s why today we’re highlighting a few remarkable women making an impact in AI. Timnit Gebru: Founder and Executive Director of The Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR), Timnit advocates for an inclusive AI development process. She also co-founded Black in AI, a nonprofit that works to increase the presence, inclusion, visibility and health of Black people in AI. Carol Reiley: Known as the "Mother of Robots," Carol co-founded DeepMusic.AI, bridging AI with the arts to foster creativity. Her 20+ years in AI and robotics reflect her dedication to pushing the boundaries of technology.   Dr. Alessandra Sala: As Sr. Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock and Global President of Women in AI, Alessandra leads initiatives promoting gender-inclusive AI, aiming for a future where tech benefits all communities.   Dr. Ayesha Khanna: Co-founder of Addo AI, Ayesha champions the need for transparency and accountability in AI, encouraging collaboration across sectors to create a fairer and more inclusive AI ecosystem. #womeninAI #inclusivityinAI #womenleadersinAI

Just the other day I was talking about how I've never won an award. Maybe 2025 will be the year that changes! Watch out for my "award winning social entrepreneur" humble brag next year :D Jokes aside, I'm so proud of team Ishango.ai and working with you all everyday is the only award I need.

We’re thrilled to share that Ishango.ai is a finalist in the Best Enterprising Business category at the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, SME Business Awards 2025! 🎉 This recognition is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication, and we are proud to be recognised alongside other innovative businesses that are breaking new ground within their industries. Thank you for being part of our journey—we couldn’t have done it without your support. Eunice Baguma Ball Courage Seyram Wemegah Chih-Chun Chen Oliver Angelil Jan Ravnik Cynthia Mbah #SMEBusinessAwards #LCCI #SMElondonbusinessawards

Our #WomeninAI event last week was inspiring! It was a privilege to be in a room full of smart, ambitious women, sharing knowledge to help each other succeed. For this week’s newsletter, I’m sharing my key takeaways from the event.   TL;DR: 💼 AI is a powerful differentiator, but solid business fundamentals—like a strong commercial model and good investor terms—are still essential for success. 🌍 AI can drive inclusion and social impact— we heard use cases ranging from providing personalized entrepreneurship coaching to supporting neurodivergent professionals. 🛠️ You don’t need to be technical to leverage AI! There are non-technical roles that focus on strategically applying AI to solve business challenges. 👥 A technical co-founder isn’t a must-have to build an AI-powered business. Access to external expertise (e.g Ishango.ai - shameless plug!) is a viable option. 🔍 "Don’t lead with technology/AI — first, understand the problem you’re trying to solve and how AI can add value. A big thank you to our speakers Christina Chen and Parul P., our hosts Ariel W. and Goodwin,  the #WomeninTechWeek organizing team at WeAreTechWomen, and last but certainly not least to all the brilliant women in the room Alexandra Farrell Remi Ray Helen Collerton Violet Busingye Ijeoma Akwiwu Katharina Dalka Monica Daswani Sophie Fresco Claire Jenkins Opemipo Koshemani Sumathi Menon Yvonne Modu, MBA Alisa Patotskaya  Maninder Paul Gretchen Scott Grace Thandekire Sibande MD

Congratulations to Meshack Kitonga for making it to the top 5 learners among the DataCamp-Ishango.ai scholarship recipients! Meshack loves using data to tackle real-world problems and bring new ideas to life. He believes data science isn’t just about crunching numbers and it’s about using those insights to make better and more efficient decisions that truly make a difference. Read more about his scholarship experience so far and how he developed an interest in data science: https://lnkd.in/dPp6YCKU

I am excited to be starting day four of #WomenInTech week in person at Cognizant brainstorming inclusion strategies for ERG, then on to Bank of America for a boost your profile session, followed by a LinkedIn Live of Women’s stories from the frontline of tech with a super panel of women with Cognizant. My last stop of the day accelerating the careers of tech women in the Public sector at Accenture, I cannot wait 👏 There are fourteen other incredible events happening today in London, Newcastle, Isle of Man, Birmingham, Manchester and online. Best of luck to and a huge thank you to all of today’s hosts, what magic we are making 👏 - Susie Ramroop Leadership Coach and Speaker, Together - loans, mortgages & finance, WIT North, Barclays UK, Tech She Can, Oliver Wyman, Opencast | B Corp™ HSBC , Kellie Kwarteng, Women in Tech and The CV & Interview Advisors / CVIA Careers / DCS Executive, Love Tech Isle of Man, Ishango.ai and Nexus. WeAreTechWomen #WomeninTech