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Africa’s digital future hinges not on simply adopting the latest artificial intelligence (AI) innovations, but on shaping them to fit the continent’s vast, complex cultural tapestry. As the world turns to Africa as a potential leader in ethical technology, the challenge—and promise—of truly inclusive governance has never been more urgent. (Centre for Intellectual Property and Information […]
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Africa’s embrace of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the continent’s future, with optimism and innovation at the forefront. A recent Africa.com survey of 1,261 respondents reveals how Africans perceive AI’s potential to transform healthcare, education, and agriculture, while addressing concerns like job displacement and ethical challenges. This report dives into the data, highlighting key insights […]
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The event explores the power of AI, data, building community-centered tech alternatives, social justice in tech, and more! November 20 – 21, 2024 at Lusaka International Convention Centre Mozilla Festival House is opening its doors in Zambia on November 20 to 21, at Lusaka International Convention Center. This gathering unites a vibrant tapestry of diverse […]
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The 2024 WordCamp Europe Conference held in Torino, Italy was attended by over 2,500, most from across Europe. The attendance of several Americans like William and Aida Jackson, who taught the Youth and Teen Workshop, Media Partners and Volunteers. This is their secondyear as volunteers and organizers. Many African professionals in fields of Technology, Web […]
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Every day across Africa, people turn to Google products like Search, YouTube and Fitbit for insights about their health and wellbeing. But many may not know that we have also been researching how AI can help improve healthcare outcomes for people, and how AI can empower our partners to deliver better health services — from […]
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Niyel, a leading international impact-driven campaign, advocacy, and African public affairs firm, played a pivotal role in strengthening public policy and advocacy as one of the core organisers of the inaugural AfricAI Conference 2023. The conference, themed “Advancing Responsible and Open AI Ecosystems in Africa,” provided a platform for thought leaders, policymakers, researchers, and civil […]
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