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Ethically Co-Designing AI Tools with African Indigenous Health Systems

When
Makerere AI Health Lab AI in Health Africa Pre-Conference Webinar, "Ethically Co-Designing AI Tools with African Indigenous Health Systems" with Dr. Sylvia Nabukenya and Dr. Lydia Bunalema, Thursday 10th July 2025, 11:00am-12:00pm on Zoom.
Event Type Webinar
Nature of Event Online/Virtual
Audience General Public
Unit COCIS
Event Details

The Makerere AI Health Lab invites you to the AI in Health Africa Pre-Conference Webinar

Topic: Ethically Co-Designing AI Tools with African Indigenous Health Systems

Speakers:

  • Dr. Sylvia Nabukenya, Senior Research Scientist, Makerere AI Health Lab
  • Dr. Lydia Bunalema, Lecturer, Department of Pharmacology, College of Health Sciences, Makerere University

Date: July 10th
Time: 11am-12pm EAT
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1xBKE4acRvumu0vC1_oh_A

About Event

Across Africa, indigenous knowledge systems remain central to community health. As AI reshapes healthcare, how can we ensure these tools complement traditional practices?

This webinar explores ethical, practical strategies for integrating AI with community-based care. From local language adaptation to co-design with traditional health actors, we’ll highlight real-world case studies and lessons on building AI that reflects local realities and values.