AI

Course Description

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming the global actuarial profession. From pricing and underwriting to reserving, claims analytics, fraud detection, customer segmentation, and enterprise risk management, AI is redefining how actuarial work is performed and how strategic decisions are made.

The Actuarial Academy of East Africa AI Masterclass has been designed to help actuarial professionals prepare for this shift through practical, industry-relevant learning.

This programme bridges the gap between traditional actuarial science and modern AI applications by equipping participants with hands-on exposure to machine learning, generative AI, explainable AI, governance frameworks, and implementation strategy within insurance and financial services environments.

Participants will explore actuarial use cases involving XGBoost, Random Forests, neural networks, LLMs, SHAP, LIME, telematics, automation workflows, and AI model validation, while also understanding the regulatory, ethical, and operational implications of AI adoption in African markets.

The programme is specifically tailored for:

  • Actuarial students
  • Young actuarial professionals
  • Qualified actuaries
  • Risk and analytics professionals
  • Regulators and insurance leaders

Delivered over a 3-month period through weekly live sessions, the masterclass emphasizes practical application, strategic thinking, and professional relevance rather than purely theoretical AI concepts.

By the end of the programme, participants will be better positioned to:

  • Understand and evaluate AI systems used in actuarial work
  • Apply machine learning concepts in pricing and risk classification
  • Navigate AI governance and explainability requirements
  • Leverage generative AI for productivity and operational efficiency
  • Develop AI implementation roadmaps within their organizations

This masterclass forms part of the Professional Development Series by the Actuarial Academy of East Africa and represents a major step toward future-proofing actuarial careers in Africa’s rapidly evolving digital economy.

Meet our Instructor:

Dennis Kevogo is a Data & AI Transformation Leader with deep expertise in AI engineering, actuarial science, machine learning, MLOps, and enterprise AI integration.
With a strong passion for bridging actuarial practice and emerging technologies, Dennis is committed to empowering professionals through practical AI education, innovation, and transformative learning experiences.
Join us as we explore the future of AI, data, and actuarial transformation through insights from an industry expert shaping intelligent solutions across healthcare, supply chain and insurance.

AI Masterclass in Summary:

Date:                     July, August, September 2026

Mode:                    Virtual

Language:            English
Fee:                        $200 (early bird $150 and $125 for group registrations)
Email:                     adminoffice@actuarialacademy.africa
Registration:      Click Here
Payment Link:    Click Here

PAYMENT DETAILS:

Banking:

Account Name:         Actuarial Academy of East Africa Limited

Account Number:     0242404785001

Bank Name:               SBM Kenya

Bank Branch:             Strathmore

Swift code:                 SBMKKENA

Address:                     P.O. Box 34886, Nairobi, Kenya

Postal Code:              00100

M-Pesa:

Paybill Number:         552800

Account Number:      0242404785001

Account Name:          Actuarial Academy of East of Africa

For more information or to register, please reach out to us at adminoffice@actuarialacademy.africa.

Future-proof your actuarial career with practical AI skills designed for African markets.

Register now for the AAEA AI Masterclass and gain hands-on exposure to machine learning, generative AI, governance, and actuarial innovation. Early bird registration ends 19 June 2026.