AfricanVoices

Democratizing African Speech Data for research and innovation

Discover, explore, and download high-quality Hausa, Igbo, Nigerian Pidgin and Yoruba datasets.

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Why African Voices?

Bridging the Data Gap

Access high-quality, culturally rich datasets that were previously fragmented.

Built for AI Innovation

Search and filter by metadata for faster research and development.

Community-Driven Quality

Continuous improvement through feedback and contribution.

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1900

Audio Hours

1.9m+

Authentic Sentence

500+

Unique Voices

What this Platform Offers

Curated Speech Datasets

Browse Hausa, Igbo, Nigerian Pidgin and Yoruba dataset with corresponding metadata (Age, Gender and Domain).

Search & Filters

Refine your search by language and demographic for precise result.

Customizable Downloads

Download dataset in chunk (5% -100%) to match your needs.

Feedback & Quality Loop

Share feedback and improvement areas to improve the dataset for everyone.

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Our Partners

Collaborating with leading organizations to advance African speech data

Awarri Technologies

Awarri Technologies

Nigerian Institute of Translators and Interpreters

Nigerian Institute of Translators and Interpreters

Department of Linguistics, University of Ibadan

Department of Linguistics, University of Ibadan

RobotsMali

RobotsMali

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Get Started in 5 Steps

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Browse curated datasets

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Apply filters & preview datasets

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Select percentage & format to download

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Rate samples & report issues to improve

Ready to Build Inclusive AI with African Voices?

Join researchers, developers, and students leveraging curated African speech datasets to power next-generation voice AI.