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Designed to reshape the world, Artificial Intelligence is creating ripples across an unexpected canvas – Africa. AI is changing the landscape of work, opening doors to economic prosperity, job creation, and community upliftment. Big strides are being made in this vibrant continent as indigenous challenges are being met with innovative AI solutions. From using cutting-edge technology to screen tuberculosis cases in Nigeria to adopting AI in Cape Town for digitizing and translating African languages, the applications extend as far as the imagination can reach. Despite encountering obstacles like limited high-tech infrastructure and access to high-quality data, Africa is not stepping back. It's leveraging community-led data curation and expanding education programs to build local AI expertise. The aim? To create inclusive technologies that cater to diverse demographic needs. The journey of Africa leveraging AI for growth and empowerment speaks volumes about the innovative spirit empowered by technology. However, it is essential to remember that the road ahead may not be one without challenges. What do you think about how AI is transforming Africa's work landscape? How can we address the challenges to unleash the full potential of AI in Africa? Your insights could be invaluable. Share your thoughts in the comments. Encourage conversations. Together, we can shape the future. #ArtificialIntelligence #DataScience #Automation #Innovation #AfricaAI #FutureOfWork

We’ve been busy and we’re still keeping at it - working to develop a people-centric AI framework in Eastern Africa, which is crucial for maximising AI's socio-economic and cultural benefits. In line with this Dr. Shikoh Gitau will be speaking at the Eastern Africa Sub-Regional Forum on Artificial Intelligence (EARFAI), in Nairobi. The event is hosted by UNESCO and the Government of Kenya, and the focus this time is on "Harnessing AI for Sustainable Development in Eastern Africa." Dr.Shikoh will join Panel 6 to discuss "Maximising AI Benefits for Socio-Economic Development and Cultural Renaissance in Eastern Africa." The question that session will be answering is: how can AI can drive progress in light of the region's diverse cultural heritage, all the while empowering Africa’s youth and the creative industry. #EARFAI #unesco #innovation #digitaltransformation

What will Africa unpreparedness for AI advancement mean to the continent? This Ted Ex author says " like tears in the rain " , they will watch the jobs they once knew and held in esteem, flush away, because of their unpreparedness. Africa will lag behind. listen for more of his insightful, and pragmatic statements. #artificialintelligencetechnology

Gilford Hapanyengwi Hon Tatenda Mavetera Pauline Ndawana Matanda Beatrice Tonhodzayi (MBA), Zimbabwe we are nowhere near being ready for AI, Government AI readiness  The 2021 Government AI Readiness Index indicates significant differences among African countries when it comes to how prepared governments are to use AI. Within the region, Mauritius (52.71), Egypt (49.75), and South Africa (48.24) have the highest scores, consistent with the fact that they are also among the most developed African economies. At the opposite end are the Democratic Republic of the Congo (23.32), Angola (22.87), and the Central African Republic (20.73). No African country is ranked among the top 50 in the global ranking of 160 countries (Mauritius occupies the 58th position)

#AI is at the top of everyone's minds at the moment. In Africa it holds fantastic potential to boost the economy and support the #SDGs - looking forward to hearing more tomorrow as we dive into some of the use cases and opportunities from a study that analysed over 90 use cases in Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. To join the webinar sign up here 👉 https://bit.ly/45Az0xi

Exciting news! KICTANet, just released a new #policy brief on "Artificial Intelligence for Inclusive Development." Authored by George Musumba and edited by John Walubengo and Mwendwa Kivuva, this brief outlines a comprehensive strategy to make Kenya a frontrunner in the responsible and beneficial development of #AI. #AIdevelopment holds immense potential to address key challenges in areas like healthcare, agriculture, education, and financial inclusion. By harnessing #EthicalAI, Kenya can drive economic growth, create jobs, and improve the lives of its citizens. However, unregulated or poorly implemented AI can exacerbate existing inequalities and lead to ethical concerns. The policy brief proposes a comprehensive strategy, including: >Policy measures to promote responsible AI development, #dataprivacy, and #humanrights. >Investing in #AIskills and #infrastructure to create a vibrant AI #ecosystem. >Supporting local AI innovation and entrepreneurship. >Ensuring responsible AI #governance through multi-stakeholder collaboration. Join the conversation! We encourage you to read the full policy brief and share your thoughts on the future of AI in Kenya. Let's work together to ensure that AI is used ethically, inclusively, and creatively to benefit all Kenyans. #kenya #AI #inclusivedevelopment #responsibleAI #ICTpolicy

Many people tell me Africa will be decades behind. I tell them some of the best Ideas come from Africa. Now, if AI becomes available to more in Africa, creativity will flow. You see, "wealthy economies" that the world brand as wealthy and creative, is not that creative, the wealthy in their markets are spoiled for choice due to imported goods, their middle classes have no time for creativity as they stressed, full of anxiety, worry and more; these things are creativity destroyers. We can see it in the fact that every joe block on Youtube make the same content, they create the same training systems they sell. That is not creativity that is copy cat world. Where many in Africa have nothing, nothing to loose, they can come up with ideas, new ways and more. In my career I worked for for a lot of large corporate giants. At a conference of one of these giants the director of R&D said, Europe have no new Ideas, but Africa have unlimited new ideas. THEN he said the ideas will come from Africa and Developed by Europeans. You see a copy cat society, ask or prompt the same questions over and over on mass to AI, as they have copy cat job, copy cat phone, copy cat bill, copy cat enslavement, copy cat profit margins. But Africa look poor to most in the west, therefore a man who has nothing and nothing to loose, have clear canvas to create what he wants everyday. https://lnkd.in/e5_u7Pam

If only Africa's young population can embrace AI and leverage its power and use it ethically for research to find solutions for problems in our job markets, then by Mid-21st Century, Africa shall be the largest economy in the world! Our population shall be 40% of the worlds total population. #aice #aiced2024 #alx_ai

Nigeria sets sights on global AI role with new policy April 16, 2024 [Authorities] plan to come up with a policy to set the tone for AI adoption and seek to [make Nigeria] a hub for pioneering intelligence solutions in Africa https://lnkd.in/gmc3mJC8 # africa tech ai economics politics

🚀 Exciting Times for AI in Africa! Africa is currently witnessing remarkable advancements in AI, enabling the transformation of key sectors like healthcare, agriculture, finance, and education. As we invest more into developing AI capabilities across the continent, the potential for innovation and economic growth skyrockets. 🌍✨ However, the journey isn't without its hurdles. Challenges like infrastructural deficits, data privacy concerns, and a widening skills gap pose significant obstacles. Yet, the spirit of collaboration among governments, the private sector, and academic institutions is stronger than ever, paving the way for extensive AI adoption and skill development. Let's discuss: 1. How can Africa overcome these hurdles to fully harness AI's potential? 2. What sectors do you believe will benefit the most from AI in the next five years? Your insights could paint a clearer picture of the future of AI in Africa! 💬 #AI #Innovation #TechnologyInAfrica #DigitalTransformation #AIinHealthcare #AIinAgriculture #AIinFinance #AIinEducation #FutureofAI