Gates Foundation

LINGUA Africa Open Call Launches to Support Inclusive AI and African Language Innovation - Model and Tool Development

Last update: 8 days ago Last update: May 26, 2026

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Location:Africa
Africa
Funding agency:
Status:Open
Budget:N/A
Award ceiling: USD 100,000
Award floor:N/A
Sector:ICT & Telecommunications
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations, Academic Institutions, Private Sector, Research and Technology Organisations (RTOs)
Eligible applicant countries: Worldwide
Worldwide
Date posted: May 26, 2026

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LINGUA Africa has officially launched an open call for proposals aimed at strengthening inclusive artificial intelligence through open language resources across Africa. The initiative seeks to address the underrepresentation of African languages in modern
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Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, we work with partners to create impactful solutions so that people can take charge of their futures and achieve their full potential. In the United States, we aim to ensure that everyone—especially those with the fewest resources—has access to the opportunities needed to succeed in school and life. Based in Seattle, Washington, the foundation is led by CEO Mark Suzman, under the direction of Bill Gates and our governing board.  

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