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Togo crowdsources AI data in local languages to improve public services

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Togo is initiating a citizen-powered data collection effort to train AI models in its indigenous languages, including Ewe, Kabiyè, and Moba. This initiative aims to extend the reach of public services beyond French, the official language. Field agents are collecting data offline in areas with limited internet connectivity. AI

IMPACT Could lead to more inclusive AI applications and public services in regions with diverse linguistic landscapes.

RANK_REASON Significant initiative by a nation-state to develop AI capabilities in local languages. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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Togo crowdsources AI data in local languages to improve public services

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · AInews_report ·

    Togo launches a citizen-powered data drive to teach AI its local languages (Ewe, Kabiyè, Moba), aiming to make public services accessible beyond French. Field a

    Togo launches a citizen-powered data drive to teach AI its local languages (Ewe, Kabiyè, Moba), aiming to make public services accessible beyond French. Field agents collect offline in low-connectivity areas. Full story: https:// ainewsreport.org/blog/togo-cro wdsources-ai-traini…

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