African Network for Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Imaging (AFRICAI)
All researchers and stakeholders from all over the world, including within and outside Africa, are welcomed to join the SIG-AFRICAI. We look forward to collaborating with you to address medical imaging challenges that will enhance access to healthcare across the African continent and beyond.
Mission
The primary mission of the Special Interest Group on the African Network for Artificial Intelligence in Biomedical Imaging (SIG-AFRICAI) is to connect researchers and all stakeholders interested in MICCAI related research in Africa, and to increase research output and activities at MICCAI addressing real-world challenges and applications within Africa. To this end, we will regularly organise discussions, exchanges of ideas and results, webinars and training events, mentorship and other MICCAI related activities for Africa.
Goals
Foster Collaboration among African and International Researchers
Connect African and international researchers, postdocs, students, residents, AI developers, innovators, radiologists, other clinicians, and institutions working in the field of AI for biomedical imaging applications.
Boost African Participation at MICCAI
Increase the number of African researchers participating in MICCAI, by raising awareness and supporting submissions to MICCAI and its satellite events.
Enhance availability of African Medical Image Datasets
Support initiatives such as challenges that will provide access to curated and public real-world medical image datasets from Africa.
Enhance Access to Educational Opportunities
Organize and support tutorials, workshops, and summer schools to encourage increased participation from Africa in MICCAI events.
Board Members
Karim Lekadir
PresidentUniversity of Barcelona and Catalan Institution for Research and Advanced Studies (ICREA), Barcelona, Spain
Marawan Elbatel
Vice-PresidentThe Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong SAR
Udunna Anazodo
TreasurerMontreal Neurological Institute, McGill University
Yunusa Muhammed
Open Science & Data ChairGombe State University, Gombe, Nigeria
Xiaomeng Li
Open Science & Data ChairThe Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Kaouther Mouheb
Open Science & Data ChairBiomedical Imaging Group Rotterdam
Hasnae Zerouaoui
Educational ChairCollege of Computing, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University
Jean-Rassaire Fouefack
Educational ChairMAIA Medical Technologies, France
Azade Farshad
Educational ChairTechnical University of Munich
Raymond Confidence
Educational ChairMontreal Neurological Institute, McGill University
Julia Schnabel
AdvisorHelmholtz Munich And Technical University of Munich, Germany
Tinashe Mutsvangwa
AdvisorIMT Atlantique, Brest, France
Celia Cintas
AdvisorIBM Research Africa, Nairobi, Kenya
Cecilia Kessler
Communications & Events ManagerFleur Meijers
Communications & Events ManagerActivities
Sept 27 2025 MIRASOL Workshop
A full-day workshop on Medical Image Computing in Resource-Constrained Settings (MIRASOL & KI), bringing together researchers to discuss methods, datasets, and collaborations tailored for low-resource environments.
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AFRICAI Webinars & Workshops
Regular sessions to engage the African research community, promote knowledge sharing, and build capacity in AI for biomedical imaging.
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AFRICAI Journal Club
Bi-weekly paper presentations with opportunities for networking and recognition (including €150 Best AFRICAI Journal Club Award).
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Mentorship Awards
Ongoing support for African students, including mentorship, paper preparation guidance, and funding to attend MICCAI 2026.
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October 6 2024 MICCAI Meets AFRICA Workshop at MICCAI 2024
A dedicated workshop focused on fostering collaboration between African researchers and the MICCAI community.
October 9 2024 From MICCAI to AFRICAI Session and Networking Event
A session to discuss African-specific challenges and gather suggestions on bridging MICCAI and AFRICAI initiatives.