Thank you for making the Global AI Summit on Africa a resounding success!
About the event
The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Ministry of ICT & Innovation, in collaboration with the World Economic Forum, hosted the inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali, Rwanda under the theme: “AI and Africa’s Demographic Dividend: Reimagining Economic Opportunities for Africa’s Workforce."
2000+
Delegates
1000+
International delegates
400+
400+ Students and Young Innovators
97+
Nationalities represented
The Africa Declaration on Artificial Intelligence
The inaugural Global AI Summit on Africa climaxed with the announcement of the Africa Declaration on Artificial Intelligence, a pivotal turning point for Africa’s AI journey.
The declaration seeks to:
- Leverage the potential of AI to drive innovation and competitiveness to advance Africa’s economies, industries, and societies.
- Position Africa as a global leader in ethical, trustworthy, and inclusive AI adoption.
- Foster the sustainable and responsible design, development, deployment, use, and governance of AI technologies in Africa.
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H.E. Ms. Lerato Mataboge
Strive Masiyiwa
Dr. James Manyika
Dr. Senait Fisseha
Eric Schmidt, KBE
Hon. Prof. Dr. Adolf Faustine Mkenda
Hon. Dr. Wycliffe Musalia Mudavadi, EGH
Hon. Jonathan Reid
H.E. Wamkele Mene
H.E. Doreen Bogdan-Martin
H.E. Amandeep Singh Gill
Amb. Claver Gatete
Lacina Kone
Fred Swaniker
Dr. Joy Buolamwini
Over two days, through keynotes, panels, and workshops, the summit focused on how AI can be harnessed to create inclusive economic opportunities, foster innovation, and enhance the skills of Africa’s workforce.
The programme is formed around 7 thematic areas to guide dialogue and collaboration:
People
Jobs, Skills, and Talent Mobility in the Global AI Economy
Infrastructure
Barriers to Adoption and Building Blocks for the Future
Data
A Strategic Imperative for Adoption, Equity, and Sovereignty
AI Models
Gaps and Opportunities for Inclusive Development—Language, Culture, and Context
AI Applications
Equitable and Human-Centric Use Cases to Transform Economies and Societies
Entrepreneurship
Bolstering Talent, Knowledge, and Capital to Scale Innovation-Driven Enterprises
Governance
Building Trust and Citizen Protection to Foster Inclusive, Ethical, and Sustainable AI
Objectives
Ground discussions in Africa's interests
Our discussions will be rooted in the continent’s unique socio-economic and cultural realities, while also connecting them to broader global opportunities.
Align on common challenges
Identify and strategize on the shared risks, barriers, and opportunities that AI presents, fostering a unified approach to overcome obstacles and leverage potential across the continent.
Unlock inclusive access to AI
Work towards equitable access to AI technologies for all African communities.
Identify scalable opportunities for AI in Africa
Spotlight and expand AI initiatives that can drive transformative and sustainable impact.
Create a unified vision for AI in Africa
Chart a path for safe and inclusive AI development and deployment across Africa, ensuring that AI serves as a tool for growth and shared prosperity.