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A recent summit in Johannesburg, hosted by the University of Johannesburg and pan-African advisory Decode, brought together government officials and experts to discuss AI's…
Following a recent cyberattack on Kenya's presidential website, cybersecurity experts are warning that AI tools are lowering the barrier for hackers, posing a significant and…
Artificial intelligence and big data innovations present a strategic opportunity for African states to modernize their critical mineral mining sector, moving beyond legacy…
Kenya is developing a "golden visa" program to offer permanent residency to foreign investors, aiming to strengthen Nairobi's position as a leading tech and investment hub in East…
The World Bank has committed support to Egypt's ambitious second National AI Strategy, aiming to boost its digital economy and position the country as a regional AI hub. This…
The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) has launched national consultations across its 21 member states to develop a harmonized regional AI strategy. This…
Rwandan President Paul Kagame called for African nations to become builders and deployers of AI at scale, not just consumers, at the UN AI for Good Global Summit. He also…
At a University of Johannesburg conference, UN Under-Secretary-General Tshilidzi Marwala and UJ Vice-Chancellor Letlhokwa George Mpedi urged African nations to develop their own…
Kenya is proactively exploring partnerships with leading AI companies like Anthropic to apply artificial intelligence directly to its national development priorities, including…
In South Africa, new Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) Directive 11 requires robust, auditable compliance programs, challenging the efficacy of AI-powered Know Your Customer…
At a recent summit in Johannesburg, experts urged Africa to develop its own AI models, trained on local data and in indigenous languages, to ensure the continent's cultural and…
In Nigeria's rapidly expanding digital economy, AI is increasingly making critical financial decisions, necessitating a robust accountability framework. The country's swift tech…
South African Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has cautioned that AI systems trained on foreign data risk perpetuating racial bias and undermining the nation's constitutional…
Africa has secured eight seats on the new AI for Good Global Commission, with Rwandan President Paul Kagame co-chairing. This significant representation ensures African voices are…
Nigeria has emerged as the top-ranked African nation in the 2026 Global Index on Responsible AI, moving up 42 places globally to 38th. This achievement highlights Nigeria's…
Africa has secured eight foundational seats on the new AI for Good Global Commission, ensuring the continent's direct involvement in shaping global AI governance. This significant…
Rwanda and Egypt have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cooperation in artificial intelligence and digital transformation, aiming to advance Africa's digital…
Nigeria has emerged as Africa's top-ranked country in the Global Index on Responsible AI, climbing significantly due to deliberate policy efforts and investments in its AI…
Africa has secured eight significant positions on the new AI for Good Global Commission, including a co-chair role for Rwandan President Paul Kagame. This strong representation…
Nigerian e-hailing drivers are urging their government to ratify an international labor convention that would provide greater transparency over algorithmic management and improve…
The Nigerian Senate has advanced a landmark E-Health Bill, explicitly recognizing artificial intelligence and telemedicine as crucial tools for transforming the nation's…
Nigeria's rapidly growing ₦16.3 billion data protection industry, driven by a robust regulatory framework and a focus on innovation including RegTech solutions, is positioning the…
Nigeria has launched a comprehensive investigation into major tech and AI firms, including Meta and X, following allegations that their business practices, particularly the use of…
This article delves into how African nations can assert sovereignty over AI technologies and data, critically analyzing existing partnerships and continental initiatives. It…
