The GBS sector has proven to be a major employment engine worldwide. According to recent industry reports, GBS has created in 2023 alone an estimated 5 million jobs globally. These…
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ArticlesArtificial Intelligence, the New Snake Oil: AI regulation on the continent
By Richard Kafui0The discourse on AI regulation, policy, and strategy in Africa seems to be lagging. While many countries worldwide have made significant progress in regulating AI, African nations have been notably…
ArticlesCapacity BuildingTICON AfricaTICON AFRICA Inaugural Conference
By Richard Kafui0Our theme for this conference, “Unifying ICT Talent to Power the African Continent to 2030 and Beyond,” underscores the urgency and importance of our mission. Africa stands on the brink…
ArticlesAI for Africa, by Africa: A Call to Action for Inclusive and Ethical Artificial Intelligence Policies (2)
By Richard Kafui0Concerns The proliferation of AI technologies in Africa is not without its challenges, as foreign companies and governments have been known to introduce technologies that have questionable benefits for local…
ArticlesAI for Africa, by Africa: A Call to Action for Inclusive and Ethical Artificial Intelligence Policies (1)
By Richard Kafui0From South Juba to Entebbe, from Marrakesh to Accra, on the cusp of technology in Africa, the need for responsible AI development and ethical data practices has never been more…