Speech Dataset

Afrikaans Dataset

Afrikaanse Datastel

High-Quality Afrikaans General Conversation, and Podcast Dataset for AI & Speech Models

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Afrikaans Dataset

Overview

  • LanguageAfrikaans
  • Dataset TypesGeneral Conversation, Podcast
  • CountryAfrikaans

Description

Unscripted telephonic conversations between two people in Afrikaans, spoken in Africa, typically range from 15 to 60 minutes in duration. In addition, licensable public domain audio or video files, such as interviews or podcasts involving 1 to 5 participants, are also available within the 15 to 60 minute duration range.

Dataset Highlights

  • LanguageAfrikaans
  • Sample Rate16 kHz / 8 kHz
  • Total Hours1026:37:37
  • Speakers2,971+
  • ChannelsDual / Mono
  • Duration Range15 - 60 mins

Use Cases

  • ASR (Automatic Speech Recognition)
  • Virtual Assistants & Chatbots
  • Conversational AI
  • Speech Analytics
  • TTS (Text-to-Speech)
  • Language Modelling

Sample Dataset Specs

Dataset TypeGeneral ConversationMedia Data
Sampling Rate8 kHz16 kHz
Speakers2 Speakers2 Speakers
ChannelDualMono
Total Hours366:43:15659:54:22
Total # of Speakers8882,083

Key Benefits

  • Diverse & RepresentativeBroad speaker coverage for inclusive, real-world AI.
  • High-Quality AudioClean, balanced recordings for reliable model performance.
  • Ready for AI/MLStructured and annotated for seamless integration.
  • Scalable & FlexibleMultiple durations, speakers, and domains to fit your needs.

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