Tracking AI-related developments, use cases, and emerging trends across Africa. Stay informed on the evolving landscape shaping the responsible deployment of artificial intelligence.
The Inter-University Council for East Africa launched a regional AI network in Kigali, partnering with the East African Science and Technology Commission and GIZ, inviting universities across EAC member states to collaborate on AI research and education.
Egypt published national guidelines for responsible AI providing practical methodologies, compliance checklists, and metrics for developers, emphasizing safety, transparency, ethical alignment, and accountability while supporting innovation aligned with Egypt's Vision 2030.
Algeria's Ministry of Knowledge Economy launched a national innovation initiative targeting startups and researchers to develop AI and smart technology solutions for reducing water waste, improving desalination efficiency, and enhancing irrigation systems.
Ghana launched a nationwide AI literacy programme for civil servants delivered in four cohorts from March to May 2026, led by the Ministry of Communication and UNESCO, to equip government employees with foundational AI knowledge for digital transformation.
A report reveals Nigeria leads African AI surveillance spending at $470 million across 11 countries, yet researchers found little evidence that expanded digital surveillance has significantly reduced crime, highlighting regulatory gaps in data protection.
South Africa's Department of Higher Education signed an MoU with Google to advance digital skills and AI integration, including 5,000 Google Career Certificate scholarships targeting students and educators in underserved communities.
South Africa's National Financial Ombudsman warned against AI-generated complaints containing fabricated legal citations, noting one case was 97% AI-generated with incorrect references, advising complainants to verify AI outputs before submission.
Kenya is advancing legislation to criminalise deploying unapproved high-risk AI systems, proposing fines up to 5 million Kenyan Shillings or three-year prison sentences, with an AI commissioner to classify systems and grant approvals.