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Africa’s AI ambitions take the spotlight in Rwanda

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The NewsArtificial intelligence is taking center stage in Rwanda this week as more than 1,000 policymakers, business leaders, and interest groups gather for the first-ever global AI summit on Africa.The two-day event starting on Thursday in Kigali, where President Paul Kagame is scheduled to speak, follows ambitious plans to make AI applications mainstream in Africa. Last week Cassava Technologies, a group owned by the Zimbabwean billionaire and…

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First Africa AI Summit kicks off in Rwanda

‘Africa cannot afford to be left behind, once again playing catch-up’ says President Paul Kagame, urging continental integration - Anadolu Ajansı

9 hours ago·Ankara, Türkiye

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Africa’s AI ambitions take the spotlight in Rwanda

2 days ago·New York, United States

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Prensa Latina

Rwanda hosts first AI World Summit in Africa

Rwanda’s Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Ministry of ICT and Innovation, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, are organizing the two-day event under the theme ‘AI and Africa’s Demographic Dividend: Reimagining Economic Opportunities for Africa’s Workforce’. More than 1,000 delegates from 95 countries and over 100 companies are attending the event that will discuss how Africa, boasting the world’s largest and fastes…

4 hours ago·Havana, Cuba

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KT PRESS

Global AI Summit on Africa Opens in Rwanda With Ambitious Commitments

Kigali has become the focal point of discussions on artificial intelligence as the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa kicks off, bringing together over 1,6000 leaders, innovators, and policymakers to explore how AI can unlock the continent’s potential. The event ongoing March 3-4, themed “AI an

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Techpoint.Africa

Turning AI’s opportunity into reality for Africa

AI offers incredible opportunities for Africa, from transforming sectors like healthcare and agriculture to enhancing scientific progress. To capitalise on this moment, investment, talent development, and partnerships are key.

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eNCA

Africa hosts first global AI summit

Africa hosts first global AI summit Tebogo.Kganakga Wed, 04/02/2025 - 20:00 JOHANNESBURG - Rwanda will host the inaugural Global AI Summit in Africa. The summit is bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts to explore AI’s role in shaping economic opportunities for Africa’s growing workforce.Meanwhile, the African Union has appointed Lerato Mataboge as its Infrastructure and Energy Commissioner. Mataboge joins us to discuss…

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