Blog – African Institute for Mathematical Sciences

AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme

Posted on 2024-07-24 (2024-08-07) by Charlene Asiedu

The AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme in mathematics promotes mobility within the framework of the initiation of international collaborations. This call for applications for the AIMS-DFG Collaboration Visits Programme is open to interested AIMS researchers. Under this programme, the DFG and AIMS support the initiation of international research collaborations in the mathematical sciences between researchers from African countries and researchers […]

AIMS and York University Forge Stronger Collaborative Ties in Advancing Mathematical Sciences

Posted on 2024-05-29 (2024-06-03) by Charlene Asiedu

In a recent meeting hosted by York University, representatives from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Network, and York University gathered to discuss the AIMS model and explore opportunities to strengthen their collaborative efforts. The event brought together key faculty members from York University, including the President and Vice-chancellor Prof. Rhonda Lenton, Amir Asif, Vice-President […]

AIMS – University of Waterloo Summit: Renewing Partnerships and Shaping the Future of Science in Africa’s Youth

Posted on 2024-05-28 (2024-06-03) by Charlene Asiedu

On May 27, 2024, a delegation from the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Network met with representatives from the Centre for Education in Math and Computing (CEMC) and the Faculty of Mathematics, University of Waterloo, to celebrate a new phase in their ongoing partnership. Established in 2003, AIMS remains a pan-African network of postgraduate […]

Siyakhula – We Are Growing (AIMS @20 Celebrations)

Posted on 2024-02-18 (2024-03-19) by Charlene Asiedu

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is turning 20, the German Research Chairs in Africa are turning 12, and the (DSI-NRF) Centre of Excellence in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (CoE-MaSS) is turning 10! We invite you to a week-long festival aimed at strengthening the mathematical sciences across Africa. We will celebrate Africa’s rich mathematical […]

#AlumOfTheWeek – Mariam Bukola Olateju, an AIMS Ghana Alumna

Posted on 2022-07-01 (2022-07-01) by Roger Ndayisaba

What is your AIMS testimony as an alumnus/alumna? How easily will you recommend AIMS to another person, and what will be the basis of your recommendation? This week we share with you the experience of an AIMS Ghana alumna who learned about AIMS from an AIMS South African alumna. Mariam Bukola Olateju is our #AlumoftheWeek. […]

#AlumOfTheWeek – Dative Tuyisenge, an AIMS Ghana 2016 Alumna

Posted on 2022-06-10 by Roger Ndayisaba

Academic institutions, by their establishments, are mandated to train and equip their students to take up leadership roles and effect change in all aspects of the economy. Those who believe in the calibre of training they are giving their products have no fears of employing the same to foster the development and fulfilment of its […]

#AlumOfTheWeek – Wangari Kimotho, AIMS Cameroon Alumni.

Posted on 2022-04-29 (2022-05-06) by Roger Ndayisaba

Industrialisation, power generation, deforestation and other human activities cause the world’s climate to change for the worse rapidly. These changes are severe and result in extremities in almost every weather element. Excessive rainfall, more extended periods of droughts leading to bushfires and many other negative consequences on our environment are some of the effects these […]

#AlumOfTheWeek – Nii Amoo Decardi-Nelson, AIMS Ghana Alumnus.

Posted on 2022-04-08 (2022-04-08) by Roger Ndayisaba

In this week’s edition of the #AlumoftheWeek, we bring you the reflections of an AIMS Ghana alumnus working as a Data Scientist at the Consolidated Bank Ghana. He reflects on his days at AIMS, lessons learnt, and how they are of help in his current role. Our alumnus of the week is Nii Amoo Decardi-Nelson. […]

How data science fellowship programs are helping Africa prepare for the digital revolution

Posted on 2022-02-01 (2022-02-01) by Roger Ndayisaba

On November 17, 2021, the very first AIMS-Ishango Data Science Fellowship Program came to an end. The fully funded, three-month fellowship program exposed the fourteen AIMS alumni (seven women and men) to real-world experiences through working on value-adding projects for international organizations. In a closing remark to end the program, Dr. Charles Kimpolo, Director of […]

#AlumOfTheWeek – Engelbert Wamba Tchinde, AIMS Senegal alumnus.

Posted on 2022-01-28 (2022-01-28) by Roger Ndayisaba

At the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, we believe that every lesson taken in the classroom should directly impact the communities in our world. We ensure our students’ transition to industry and apply their skills through Work-Integrated Learning opportunities available to them post AIMS. The Industry Initiative Department heads this vision and runs programs like […]