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AI by the Numbers: Explore key statistics and metrics about AI development, policy implementation, and technological advancement across African nations.

AI Policies in Africa:
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National AI Strategies and Policies

9

African countries have developed an AI Strategy or Policy

Nigeria & South AfricaDraft AI Strategy
TanzaniaHealth Sector AI Strategy

Domestic Bill/Draft Law

2

Countries have tabled bills to Regulate AI

Morocco & NigeriaAI Regulation Bills
KenyaAI Regulatory Motion

Kenya's AI Motion

Motion Discussed on 31 July 2024 for AI Regulatory framework

Data Protection Law on Automated Processing

Countries with specific provisions60% ~ (18)
Countries without data protection laws20% ~ (6)

Based on 30 surveyed countries

International Interventions Adopted

  • UNESCO AI Resolution adopted by UNESCO Member countries.
  • UN AI Resolution March 2024
  • Bletchley Park Declaration