About Ian

Hi, I’m Ian Ochieng — a Creative AI Systems Engineer using data, design, and storytelling to help Africans reclaim the narrative.

I started in medical microbiology but quickly pivoted into AI and data operations, where I’ve spent the last five years building smart, human-centered systems—from training pipelines and annotation workflows to AI podcasts and generative tools. My focus now is on Data Science and Prompt Engineering because I see AI as more than tech—it’s a tool for cultural memory, identity, and imagination.

The Global Challenge Goal that drives me is Arts, Culture, and Design. For too long, African stories have been told by people who don’t understand us. That affects how we see ourselves and what we believe we can become. My mission is to help Africans take back the pen—using AI not just to optimize, but to amplify authentic voices and cultural narratives.

What makes me different? I bridge the technical and the human. I don’t just build functional systems—I design intuitive, culturally aware experiences that reduce friction, accelerate learning, and resonate with real people.

Outside of work, I believe deeply in the power of stories. Fantasy books like The Stormlight Archive and Harry Potter shaped my imagination, while histories of ancient African kingdoms like Aksum fuel my passion for heritage. That’s why I see AI not as a threat to tradition—but as a canvas to paint new futures rooted in who we are.

If you’re building the future but want it to feel deeply human—let’s talk.

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I'm passionate about making AI and data science accessible to businesses

of all sizes, particularly in emerging markets where these technologies

can have transformative impact.

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