Africa’s technology ambitions continue to rise amid global AI investment surge
Ethiopia has approved a $324.3 million financing package to support national development projects, including the creation of the Medemer Artificial Intelligence University. The new institution will focus on artificial intelligence,…
Senegal Reaffirms Commitment to Responsible AI Governance at Global Summit
Senegal participated in the AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi, joining delegations from over 100 countries to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and global governance frameworks. Representing the…
AI for Sustainable Development Conference 2026 — Mekelle, Ethiopia
Mekelle University in Ethiopia will host the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development in Africa (AI4SD 2026) on April 28–29, bringing together researchers, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators…
Ethiopia Launches University AI Platform to Boost Homegrown Innovation
Ethiopia has launched a University Innovation Platform for Artificial Intelligence in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, aiming to strengthen local AI capacity and position the country as a…
AI for Good Global Summit 2026 — Geneva: unlocking AI’s potential to serve humanity
The AI for Good initiative, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in partnership with over 50 UN agencies and the Government of Switzerland, is the United Nations’ leading global…
North Africa regional outlook — Libya appoints Minister for Digital Economy and AI
The Stimson Center’s North Africa Regional Outlook (March–April 2026) highlights a region shaped by overlapping pressures of energy instability, security challenges, and economic uncertainty, all of which are influencing the…
Zambia Launches National AI for Good Youth Initiative to Boost Innovation
Zambia has introduced a National AI for Good Youth Initiative aimed at strengthening digital skills and fostering innovation among young people. The program is designed to help Zambian youth develop…
US Ambassador remarks at AI event — MICT Innovation Hub Kampala
At an AI-focused event in Kampala, U.S. Ambassador William W. Popp highlighted growing cooperation between the United States and Uganda in artificial intelligence, innovation, and digital economic development. The discussion…
Zimbabwe launches its National AI Strategy 2026–2030 — overview and analysis
Zimbabwe National Artificial Intelligence Strategy was officially launched in March 2026 as a five-year national plan to integrate artificial intelligence into Zimbabwe’s economy, governance, and public services. The strategy is…
Egypt Advances National AI Strategy and Digital Governance Reforms
Egypt has approved a new set of executive measures to accelerate its national artificial intelligence strategy and strengthen digital governance across public institutions. The announcement came during the first meeting…
