NFASI

National Free AI Skilling Initiative (NFASI)

Empowering Uganda with Future-Ready AI Skills

The National Free AI Skilling Initiative (NFASI) is a transformative program launched by the Otic Foundation, a Ugandan social enterprise dedicated to empowering citizens through accessible artificial intelligence (AI) education.

🎯 What is NFASI?

NFASI is actively providing free, hands-on training in crucial AI fields, aiming to empower at least 1 million Ugandans with these future-ready skills by 2030 and is driving national progress.

Key AI Fields In NFASI

Machine Learning

We are diving into the world of algorithms that allow computer systems to learn from and make decisions based on data. Our Machine Learning module is covering fundamental concepts, supervised and unsupervised learning, model evaluation, and practical applications using Python libraries like Scikit-learn and TensorFlow.

Data Science

Participants are learning to extract meaningful insights from complex datasets. This module is covering data collection, cleaning, processing, analysis, visualization, and interpretation. You’ll be working with tools like Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib to uncover trends and inform decision-making

Generative AI

We are exploring the cutting-edge field of AI that can create new content, from text and images to audio and video. Participants are understanding the models behind generative AI, including GANs and Transformers, and learning about their ethical implications and creative potential

Cybersecurity

Participants are mastering the essentials of protecting digital systems and data from cyber threats. This module is covering network security, cryptography, ethical hacking, risk management, and best practices for ensuring a secure digital environment in an increasingly connected world