Joan Kirunga

God first |Data science | @ghc scholar & scholarship reviewer | @WiMLDS_Kampala co-organizer | @WiDS_Worldwide Ambassador |
@CarnegieMellon & @Makerere Alumni

[Joan Kirunga @kirungaj]

Computer scientist pick-up line: When I fell for you is an NP complete question.

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Philomena Mbura dropped the ultimate truth bomb during our Speaker Series. Forget hyperparameter tuning the real magic happens when you clean, validate, and understand your datasets first. Missed the live session? Recording coming soon. And the next one? July. Stay tuned.

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women who are transforming the world through data across Uganda and beyond.

Together we continue to learn, connect and lead with data @WiDS_Africa @ShebaAyinza @kirungaj

[Joan Kirunga @kirungaj]

A curated roadmap covering Beginner → Intermediate → Advanced courses to help you build strong foundations and grow with confidence.

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

A helpful data science & AI Roadmap #WiDSUgandaSpeakerSeries
https://t.co/ow7Nbqfnjp

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

A helpful data science & AI Roadmap #WiDSUgandaSpeakerSeries
https://t.co/ow7Nbqfnjp

[Joan Kirunga @kirungaj]

A rubric to aspiring data scientists

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Anupama shares a 5 step guide to becoming a data scientist

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Anupama shares a 5 step guide to becoming a data scientist

[Joan Kirunga @kirungaj]

The WiDS Datathon is an opportunity to discover and hone data science skills while solving critical social impact challenges @WiDS_Uganda

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

WiDS releases annual Datathons each year on @kaggle. Join this year`s competition focused on Predicting Wildfire Impact.

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

GenAI has gained so much popularity lately. Join in to listen to Anupama break down how you can actually start learning GenAI

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Every career pivot adds a layer of context that specialists will never have- Anupama Garani shares her 3 pivots before joining data science #WiDSAfrica

[Joan Kirunga @kirungaj]

This is a mantra to live by @WiDS_Uganda #WiDSUganda

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Your career "detours" are data points not mistakes- Anupama Garani.

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Your career "detours" are data points not mistakes- Anupama Garani.

[WiDS Uganda @WiDS_Uganda]

Our Inaugural Speaker Series from a brilliant and inspiring leader #WiDSUganda

[UNA UGANDA @UNAUGANDA]

"I want to sincerely thank @JerryAVance and @RonaldKayima for reminding us that we cannot continue making excuses as Startup founders and business owners. Many times, we try to beat the system simply because we have not done our due diligence, whether it’s compliance, documentation, or building the right networks.

But your stories have shown us something powerful: success is possible when founders take responsibility, follow the right processes, and stay committed to building with integrity and patriotism.

Your success stories and journeys have demonstrated to us that when we execute consistently, meet requirements, anyone can still succeed in our ecosystem. And that is a message of hope for every young entrepreneur in this room." - @kirungaj Amb. @WiDS_Africa moderating a session at the Africa Youth Startup Forum on Investment Opportunities for Start-ups Seeking to Establish Businesses in Uganda

#AIW25 #UGhostsAIW25

[UNA UGANDA @UNAUGANDA]

On behalf of the organizing team, we want to extend our deepest appreciation to everyone who made the Africa Youth Startup Forum a remarkable success.

To our moderators: @kirungaj, @GodberTumushabe, @Slymabdallah thank you for your thoughtful guidance, your clarity, and your ability to connect today’s insights back to our wider mission of empowering young innovators across the continent.

To our speakers: Dr. @heyDrEC, @JerryAVance, @RonaldKayima, Allan Ananura, Dr. Catherine Wandera, @hosea_barlow_M, @sheena_amate, thank you for sharing your powerful journeys, your practical wisdom, and your honest reflections. You reminded us that success comes from diligence, structure, integrity, and consistent execution.

Your stories demonstrate that when African founders commit to doing things the right way—compliance, collaboration, and value creation— opportunities open, partnerships grow, and sustainable businesses are built.

To our brilliant audience of young entrepreneurs, builders, creators, and dreamers —thank you for showing up with curiosity and ambition. You are the heartbeat of Africa’s innovation landscape, and your willingness to learn, connect, and challenge yourselves is what will move our continent forward.

#AIW25 #UGhostsAIW25

[WIDS AFRICA @WiDS_Africa]

Excited to announce the partnership between @WiDS_Africa & @pyladieskla for the WiDS Africa Conference 2025!
Join the hands-on DataScience&ML workshop led by @pyladieskla .
Sign up for this transformative experience! https://t.co/9kQi4C9A37 #BreakingIntoDataCareers

[WIDS AFRICA @WiDS_Africa]

A data storyteller turning numbers into impact!
@morineamutorine has mastered analyzing, visualizing & communicating data. She’s also penned 20+ articles to guide young professionals. Hear her at #WiDSAfrica2025 as we explore “Breaking Into Data Careers.” @pyladieskla @dLabTz

[WIDS AFRICA @WiDS_Africa]

🌟 Panelist Spotlight:Lydia Tasia
From land surveying ➡️ GIS ➡️ ML engineering, Lydia’s journey shows the power of data to transform careers.

Hear from this Zindi challenge winner at @WiDS_Africa Conference 2025!
📅 Sept 20 | Kampala
📍@hivecolab

[WIDS AFRICA @WiDS_Africa]

🌟 Panelist Spotlight:@annenamuli
Full Stack Dev &Software Engineer working with tons of data. Her journey shows how tech + data skills can open limitless possibilities.

Catch Anne at @WiDS_Africa Conference 2025.
📅 20th Sept📍@hivecolab
@pyladieskla @TungaMahadia @dLabTz

[WIDS AFRICA @WiDS_Africa]

Meet Khadija, from 5+ years in software engineering ➡️driving impact as a Data Analyst.

She’s passionate about big data, ML & mentoring the next generation of data scientists.

Catch her at @WiDS_Africa Conference 2025!
📅 Sept 20
📍@hivecolab | Kampala
@pyladieskla @dLabTz

[WIDS AFRICA @WiDS_Africa]

🌟 Panelist Spotlight: Eva Mpagi
From Data&Systems Manager➡️Data Science Manager in finance,Eva brings a wealth of expertise in ML&data science.
Catch her at @WiDS_Africa Conference 2025!
📅 Sept 20
📍@hivecolab |Kampala
@TungaMahadia @kirungaj @pyladieskla @dLabTz