For Individuals

If you want to train, read, or work with us.

AIRINA exists for mathematicians, statisticians, engineers, data scientists, and the kind of trainee who reads the paper before the session. There are three ways in.

Location Cotonou & partner sites Languages EN / FR Cost to trainees Zero
Three ways in

Pick the one that fits where you are.

01 · Take a cohort

Train with us.

Two-day to two-week programs in topological data analysis, interpretable ML, and the mathematical foundations of robust machine learning. Cohorts of twelve. Every program ends with a graded defense. Bilingual delivery. No trainee writes a check.

See the catalog →
02 · Read with us

Join the Paper Club.

A bi-weekly reading group on topological data analysis, interpretable ML, and applied mathematics for African systems. One paper, two discussants, an hour of careful argument. Hybrid: in-person at the Cotonou office or by Zoom. First-timers welcome.

Cycle 1 reading list →
03 · Work with us

Apply for a position.

The institute is hiring researchers, trainees, and engineers — mathematicians, statisticians, or engineers interested in applied AI for African systems. Roles are described in plain language; if your background fits, write to us.

Open positions →
Who this is for

The honest fit.

Before you write

Open office hours, Tuesdays.

If you have a quick question — what programs run when, how a cohort works, whether your background fits — come to office hours. Tuesdays 14:00–16:00 WAT, walk-in at the Cotonou office or by Zoom. No appointment needed.

If office hours are not workable, the inbox below is read every weekday.

Get in touch

Two inboxes for individuals.

Programs & cohorts

Questions about a specific training program, the next cohort, or how to register your interest: contact@airina.africa with the program name in the subject.

Paper Club

To get on the mailing list (papers and dates sent a week ahead): paperclub@airina.africa.