Gendering the Archive: Building Inclusive Repositories for Folklore Documentation is a hands-on session on how to create, edit, and expand gender-inclusive folklore articles and multimedia archives on Wikipedia and Wikidata, led by Rebecca Jeannette Nyinawumuntu.

Looking forward to this weekend’s Wikimedia Hackathon in Istanbul where over 200 people from all over the world will meet up in person and collaborate on MediaWiki! #wmhack Wikimedia Foundation

Abstract Wikipedia was selected as a finalist for the MacArthur Foundation's 100&Change competition. diff.wikimedia.org/2025/04/30/abs…

Heading to #Wikimania2025? If you’re a user with extended rights — an admin, bureaucrat, checkuser, oversighter, steward, or other role with elevated access — you’re invited to a one-time pre-conference meetup in Nairobi on 5th August. More info in bio!

Not too long ago, we were asked when we're going to replace Wikipedia's human-curated knowledge with AI. The answer? We're not. Read more: wikimediafoundation.org/news/2025/04/3…

The Wikimedia Hackathon 2025 - in Istanbul, Turkey - has officially started with our opening ceremony earlier today! More information on our mediawiki page 🇹🇷 mediawiki.org/wiki/Wikimedia…

#wmhack - the Wikimedia Hackathon Istanbul closing showcase will be starting in about 30 minutes, join us online! youtube.com/live/rz5r8dCeC…

Over 200 developers met in #Istanbul for the Wikimedia Hackathon (May 2–4). They developed tools & games, fixed bugs, and inspired each other. Congratulations to all who contributed code to #Wikimedia projects. #wmhack

Celebrate Africa Month with us by contributing to African knowledge on Wikipedia. Let’s amplify African voices, histories, and languages. One edit at a time. #AfricaMonth #WikimediaSouthAfrica

Launching #WikidataStories - we’re celebrating what you and our community build with Wikidata: tools, bots, apps, maps, ideas. Be featured. Inspire others. Submit your story by 6 June → w.wiki/E2FX #Wikidata #OpenKnowledge #KnowledgeEquity

A new Signpost is out! * Foundation sues over UK government decision that might require identity verification of editors worldwide * CEO search kicks off as Iskander preps to move on * Technology report: New unique but privacy-preserving browser cookie en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia…

Ceiling Smasher Level: Wikimedia Foundation 👏 Thank you for breaking barriers and providing opportunities for underrepresented talents in tech. #Wikimedia #Outreachy #OpenSource

💫 The Wikidata and Sister Projects event is about to start! Join us for the opening, the state of Wikidata usage in Wikimedia projects and Wikifunctions before playing some games. For information about how to join see: wikidata.org/wiki/Event:Wik…

🤝🏽 Host or join a casual meetup to connect with new people and make the most of #Wikimania2025! Keep the conversations going during lunch each day or after hours on Thursday, August 7th, and Friday, August 8th. Book your room now via the link in bio!

Did you know? Wikimania 2025 will mark the 20th edition of the event and only the third time it's hosted in Africa. It will also be the first time the conference takes place in East Africa. #Wikimania2025 #WikimediaZA

As you create your awesome memories at #WikimaniaNairobi, let's make it a welcoming space for everyone! We’re looking forward to seeing the great photos you’ll take, but remember to be respectful of all attendees and follow the Photography Policy. Link:wikimania.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/2025:Phot…

Research track presentations at @wikimania (August 6-9, Nairobi, Kenya - registration for virtual participation: wikimania.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/2025:Regi… )

This morning, I hosted delegation from the Wikimedia led by Wikimedia Foundation CEO Maryana Iskander at the Ministry of ICT Headquarters. We held insightful discussions on strengthening partnerships to promote open knowledge, digital literacy, and safe online spaces for all. The

South African Wikimedians have touched down in Nairobi for Wikimania 2025, the world’s largest Wikimedia gathering. They are joining contributors from around the globe to celebrate knowledge, collaboration, and community. #Wikimania2025 #WikimediaZA

Family picture in Nairobi! Any familiar faces? Tag a Wikimedian you can recognise in this photo and share this post to your user group socials. We're thankful to be able to celebrate 20 years of knowledge sharing and global impact together! #Wikimania2025 #WimaniaNairobi