Aya Data
Powering AI with high-quality data annotation services from West African talent
About Aya Data
Aya Data is a pioneering data annotation company that provides high-quality labeled datasets to support AI development globally. Founded by Freddie ‘Chu’ Monk and Ama Larbi-Siaw, the company specializes in data labeling and annotation services for natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and other machine learning applications. Based in West Africa, Aya Data is committed to ethical data sourcing practices while creating meaningful employment opportunities for skilled data annotators across the region.
The company employs and trains talented data annotators throughout West Africa, producing premium labeled datasets that meet the rigorous standards of international AI companies. These datasets underpin AI systems across diverse sectors including agriculture, healthcare, finance, and technology. Aya Data’s work enables global AI innovations while ensuring that African talent plays a central role in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
Through its comprehensive training programs and quality assurance processes, Aya Data has established itself as a trusted partner for organizations seeking reliable, ethically-sourced training data. The company’s mission extends beyond commercial success to include economic empowerment and skills development in West Africa, demonstrating how the AI industry can create positive social impact while delivering exceptional technical outcomes.
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54 Collective
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Savannah Fund
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Microtraction
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Angel Investors
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Freddie Monk
Co-founder and CEO of Aya Data
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Ama Larbi-Siaw
Co-founder and COO of Aya Data
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