MALIBA-AI

Empowering Mali's Future Through Community-Driven AI Innovation

MALIBA-AI is a free and independent community initiative uniting enthusiasts, engineers, linguists, researchers, and students to develop open-source AI solutions that democratize technology access across Mali's diverse linguistic landscape.

Our Vision

To create an inclusive, independent technological ecosystem where no Malian is left behind by technological advances, regardless of their educational background or linguistic preferences.

Our Mission

To drive technological advancement in Mali through:

• Building a dynamic, collaborative community of AI innovators
• Developing open-source models tailored to local needs
• Ensuring technological accessibility across all Malian languages
• Fostering independence and local innovation
• Sharing knowledge and methodologies openly

Core Initiatives

1. Language Technology Development

• Foundation Models: Create and deploy large language models specifically trained for Malian languages
• Speech Technologies: Develop speech recognition and synthesis systems for local languages
• Translation Systems: Build neural machine translation models connecting Mali's languages
• Dataset Creation: Curate comprehensive datasets for all Malian languages
• Documentation: Preserve linguistic heritage through detailed documentation
• Methodology Sharing: Publish approaches and techniques following open science principles

2. Community Empowerment

• Open Collaboration: Foster a space for innovation free from external influence
• Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate learning and sharing between community members
• Inclusive Development: Ensure solutions benefit all Malians, regardless of background
• Research Publication: Share findings, models, and datasets with the global community
• Capacity Building: Develop local expertise in AI and language technologies

3. Practical Applications

• Local Solutions: Create applications addressing specific Malian challenges
• Educational Tools: Develop resources for learning in local languages
• Accessibility Solutions: Ensure technology reaches all community members
• Integration Tools: Build software connecting traditional and modern practices

Join Our Community

Who We Need

• AI/ML Practitioners: Contribute to model development and training
• Software Engineers: Build practical applications and tools
• Language Experts: Guide linguistic accuracy and cultural relevance
• Community Members: Share insights about local needs and usage
• Enthusiasts: Learn and contribute to technological advancement

How to Contribute

• Project Participation: Join our open-source development efforts
• Knowledge Sharing: Contribute expertise and learn from others
• Community Building: Help grow our independent innovation ecosystem
• Solution Development: Create applications serving local needs
• Research Collaboration: Participate in methodology development and documentation

No Malian Left Behind

Join MALIBA-AI in building a future where technology serves every Malian, in every language, through the power of community-driven innovation!