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Dataverse Africa Research Institute (DARI)

Generating Insights. Driving Innovation. Transforming Africa.

We exist to bridge the gap between data and decision-making through applied research, strategic insight, and capacity building across Africa's key development sectors.

What We Do

Research, Development & Innovation

We design, test, and scale solutions tailored to Africa's complex development challenges.

  • •Contract-based research & pilot projects
  • •Feasibility studies & innovation incubation
  • •Impact evaluations & R&D support

Data Analytics & Visualization

We turn complex data into clear, actionable insights using tools like Python, Power BI, and QGIS.

  • •Quantitative & qualitative data analysis
  • •Big data modeling & statistical forecasting
  • •Dashboard development & interactive visualization

Proposal, Grant & Academic Support

We help individuals and institutions secure funding and publish research that matters.

  • •Proposal and concept note development
  • •Grant sourcing and bid preparation
  • •Academic writing, systematic reviews, thesis support

Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning & Needs Assessment (MELNA)

We ensure programs are evidence-driven, adaptive, and results-oriented.

  • •M&E frameworks, baseline/midline/endline studies
  • •Logic models & impact measurement
  • •Participatory needs assessments

Capacity Building & Research Training

We empower Africa's workforce and students with real-world research and data skills.

  • •Training in research methods, ethics, proposal writing
  • •Practical workshops in M&E, GIS, AI, and data analysis

Policy & Strategy Consulting

We support informed decision-making through policy-relevant data and consulting.

  • •Evidence-based public policy analysis
  • •Government and private sector strategy design
  • •Market research & social impact assessments

Knowledge Management & Research Translation

We amplify research impact by making it accessible, engaging, and actionable.

  • •Webinars, conferences, open-access publishing
  • •Research-to-practice translation and dissemination
  • •Institutional knowledge repository development

Our Flagship Projects

Business Analytics Adoption Among African SMEs

This groundbreaking project explores how small and medium enterprises across Africa are leveraging business analytics tools to transform operations and gain a competitive edge.

Impact:

Offers actionable insights for African governments, business development agencies, and digital service providers to support SME digital transformation.

ML-Driven Crop Disease Detection and Early Warning System

In this agri-tech initiative, we are using machine learning models and image datasets to build a real-time disease detection and early warning system for crops like cassava.

Project Features:

  • •1,000+ leaf image dataset (healthy & infected)
  • •CNN-based classification models
  • •GIS integration for field-level disease mapping
  • •Real-time alerts and decision support for farmers

Impact:

Enhancing food security by reducing losses, enabling proactive response, and democratizing agri-intelligence for smallholder farmers across Africa.

Cross-Sectoral African Databank Initiative

This strategic project aims to build a centralized, user-friendly repository of Africa-centric datasets spanning health, agriculture, education, energy, and governance.

Project Features:

  • •Architecture inspired by Harvard Dataverse, customized for African needs
  • •FAIR-compliant dataset curation
  • •Data-sharing partnerships with local institutions
  • •Integration with continental initiatives

Impact:

Laying the foundation for open data-driven research and innovation, enabling evidence-based policymaking, and promoting equitable access to quality African data.

About Research Lead

Valentine Onyemeziri Chinazom

Research Lead, Dataverse Africa Research Institute

Valentine Onyemeziri Chinazom

Valentine is a dynamic researcher and data strategist with a passion for harnessing data science to address Africa's most pressing challenges. With expertise in statistical research, data analytics, and project leadership, he drives innovation-led research at Dataverse Africa, focusing on digital transformation, global health, and sustainable development. He has led cross-sectoral research initiatives, mentored emerging talent, and championed data-driven decision-making across academia, government, and industry.

📞 Let's Collaborate

Whether you're a policymaker, academic, startup, or development partner, Dataverse Africa Research Institute is your trusted partner for research, innovation, and insight.

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