41 h. ago Ethiopia’s PM Urges Africa to Build Homegrown AI for Inclusive Growth

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has urged African nations to develop homegrown artificial intelligence, warning that relying on foreign-built tools could deepen inequality. Speaking at the Ethiopian Technology Expo, Ahmed said Africa must “become innovators and owners of our future,” stressing the need for AI systems built to address the continent’s specific challenges. “Africa must [...]

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3 d. ago Moustapha Cissé: Championing AI for Africa’s Future Beyond Google

Moustapha Cissé sees artificial intelligence not as a looming threat but as a tool to uplift Africa. A trailblazing AI researcher, Cissé has spent years proving that technology can address the continent’s unique challenges—healthcare gaps, agricultural inefficiencies, and educational barriers—while dismantling biases that often plague AI systems. After leading Google’s AI Center in Accra, Ghana, [...]

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2 w. ago Join iAFRICA’s Substack Community to Shape Africa’s AI Future

Ready to dive into the heartbeat of Africa’s AI revolution? At iAfrica, we’re not just reporting on the continent’s tech transformation, we’re building a community where innovators, dreamers, and doers can connect, share, and spark ideas that shape the future. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our new Substack community, a space where you can [...]

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2 w. ago US weighing future of military command in Africa: Top general

President Donald Trump's administration is considering merging AFRICOM.

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2 w. ago UN SG marks Africa Day with call for justice and sustainable future

UN chief urges support for Africa’s clean energy push and justice for historical injustices.

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3 w. ago The Future of AI in Africa: Predictions and Visions for 2030

Africa stands at the cusp of a technological revolution, with artificial intelligence (AI) poised to redefine its economic, social, and cultural landscapes. As the continent embraces AI, the next decade promises transformative advancements. From healthcare to agriculture, education to governance, here’s a glimpse into the future of AI in Africa, blending bold forecasts with grounded [...]

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