Professor Nicola Mulder (Nicky Mulder) is giving an overview on “Unlocking African Biomedical Health Data: Developments and Opportunities with eLwazi ODSP Open Data Science Platform” She mentions that they are working on ensuring that the data that is stored and shared is

The African Bioinformatics Institute was represented at the DS-I Africa meeting in Ghana at the networking exchange. We will present the ABI at a showcase session on Thursday. An eLwazi ODSP showcase this afternoon described our work on developing a federated data infrastructure.

⏳ We’re excited to share! The #Biocuration2026 workshop call has been extended to 12 September! Don’t miss this opportunity to share your expertise with the global biocuration community. Submit here 👉 bioinformaticsinstitute.africa/form/call-for-…

Earlier this week at the Data for Health in Africa and 5th DS-I Africa Consortium Meeting, the Center hosted a side event on the State of Data Science for Health in Africa. The session featured 14 research writing presentations, which provided insights on: 🔹 Drug discovery 🔹

The panel is sharing insightful thoughts on “Data Science and Genomics Capacity Building in Africa”. Dr Ras said that Africa’s strength lies in its networks, working together we can do more. Professor Ramsay echoed those sentiments by telling us that science is not one

Only a few days left to apply! Canon Collins invite applications for postgrad study in South Africa in 2026. In 2026, #ClimateJustice will be a priority. More info: canoncollins.org/scholarships/c…

📢 Venue confirmed! #Biocuration2026 will take place at Lagoon Beach Hotel, Cape Town 🇿🇦, April 20–24, 2026. ✨ Science, collaboration & stunning views await! 🔗 More info: bioinformaticsinstitute.africa/events/6/19thA…

In a recent publication, we propose a roadmap for promoting a data-sharing culture in African health research. It integrates dynamic consent, benefit- sharing, controlled access infrastructures & data sovereignty. See: nature.com/articles/s4146…. DS-I Africa APHRC Fogarty at NIH

🌍 Meet Our Partner: AfriGen-D – African Genomics Data Hub Proud #Biocuration2026 partner, AfriGen-D drives visibility, accessibility & reusability of African genomics data—empowering ethical, collaborative research. 🔗 afrigen-d.org/about-page

Mzanzi ARMY, what do you think? Should BTS light up South Africa with a live show? #BigConcerts

Please join our highly anticipated Science Summit 2025 session where we will have an hour of expert presentations and discussions on “Empowering Change: The Role of Data Science and Genomics in Global Health” This year’s Science Summit theme highlights the critical role of

Early bird registration is OPEN! Don’t miss your chance to be part of #Biocuration2026. Join us in Cape Town, April 20–24, 2026, for a week of collaboration, discovery & innovation. Register now👉 bioinformaticsinstitute.africa/events/tab/6/2…

Dear #ABI Community, The African Bioinformatics Institute Communities of Practice pages have now been updated & a form is available for you all to join! ℹ️ More info on CoP Page: lnkd.in/eHQdvixs 🤝 Join a CoP form: lnkd.in/es3jUchK ‼️ We hope you can all join us!

The African Bioinformatics Institute (ABI) poster was presented at the GA4GH 13th plenary in Uppsala this week. It was good to see more interest in GA4GH from African scientists.

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS OPEN for the 19th Annual International Biocuration Conference, from 20 to 24 April 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa. 💡Submit an abstract: lnkd.in/dxyKKY2A 📅Due: 21 November 2025 ℹ️More: lnkd.in/dsHBQGZD #Biocuration #IBC2026 #ComingHome

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS OPEN for the 19th Annual International Biocuration Conference, from 20 to 24 April 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa. 💡Submit an abstract: lnkd.in/dxyKKY2A 📅Due: 21 November 2025 ℹ️More: lnkd.in/dsHBQGZD #Biocuration #IBC2026 #ComingHome

Abstract submissions are open for the 19th Annual International Biocuration Conference, taking place April 20–24, 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa, visit: bioinformaticsinstitute.africa/events/6/19th_…. This is the first time it is coming to Africa. African Bioinformatics Institute eLwazi ODSP

Opportunity alert 🚨 for round 3 of the OBF Event Fellowship for 2025 - aimed at increasing diverse participation at events promoting open science in the bioinformatics and biological research communities. 📅Deadline: 1 December 2025 ℹ️More info: lnkd.in/eMeWUxKC

Our African Bioinformatics Institute interim director, Professor Nicola Mulder and Dr Tshiamo Motshegwa, Director of the African Open Science Platform (AOSP) had a great networking session today at the Science Forum South Africa in Pretoria. #WomenInSTEM #Bioinformatics #ABI